Neurocritical Care Physician Assistant Per Diem - MED: Neurological Surgery - Sacramento Campus

University of California - Davis

United States, Sacramento

April 24, 2023

The Department of Neurological Surgery is a clinical specialty unit in the School of Medicine that provides direct patient care, training and graduate medical education, and basic and applied medical research programs. It serves as a referral center for neurosurgical patients in northern California.

Job Summary

Final Filing Date	April 30, 2023 - Repost
Salary Range	$77.98
Salary Frequency	Hourly
Appointment Type	Per Diem
Number of Positions	1
Percentage of Time	20%
Shift Hour	Variable 12 Hour Shifts (including nights and weekends)
Location	Main Hospital
City	Sacramento
Union Representation	HX
Benefits Eligible	NO

THIS IS NOT AN H1- B OPPORTUNITY

Responsibilities

The Neurocritical Care physician assistant provides clinical expertise to acutely and critically ill patients with neurological injury in inpatient areas, is a resource person for healthcare providers, assists with teaching programs, and participates in research.

Required Qualifications

At least one (1) year of recent PA experience in critical care or neurocritical care
Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program
California Licensed Physician Assistant (PA)
Current AHA CPR/BLS and ACLS Certification
National certification as a physician assistant (NCCPA)
DEA Certificate within 3 months of hire
ENLS certification within 3 months of hire
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Judgment skills to effectively meet the needs of patients
Self-direction and organizational skills to function in an independent role
Ability to cope with personal stress experienced by team members, other professionals, and caretakers

Applicants are encouraged to upload license and certification if required of the position.

Special Requirements

Ability to meet minimum standards for hospital credentialing and billing standards as a billable provider
Must be able to work occasional overtime
Ability to work flexible hours
Able to lift 25 pounds, see well enough to read gauges and identify injuries
This position may be subject to a criminal background investigation, drug screen, Live Scan fingerprinting, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment
The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.

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