MarinHealth
Physician Assistant, Continuous Care, (San Rafael), Full-Time, Days
MarinHealth, San Rafael, California, United States, 94911
Overview
Physician Assistant, Continuous Care, (San Rafael), Full-Time, Days — MarinHealth Join MarinHealth Medical Group as a Physician Assistant in the Continuous Care program in San Rafael. This is a full-time, day-shift role with the goal of delivering high-quality primary and preventive care in collaboration with physician staff. About MarinHealth
MarinHealth is an integrated, independent healthcare system with deep roots in the North Bay. With a world-class physician and clinical team, affiliation with UCSF Health, an expanding network of clinics, and a new state-of-the-art hospital, MarinHealth is growing quickly. MarinHealth comprises MarinHealth Medical Center (327-bed hospital in Greenbrae) and 55 primary care and specialty clinics in Marin, Sonoma, and Napa Counties. We attract healthcare’s most talented professionals who value the best of academic medicine alongside the personalized care of an independent hospital. MarinHealth is recognized with accolades including being named One of the Top 250 Hospitals Nationwide by Healthgrades, earning a 5-star CMS Overall Hospital Quality ranking, and being named the Best Hospital in San Francisco/Marin by Bay Area Parent, among others. Job Description Summary
Under supervision and in collaboration with the physician staff, the Advanced Practice Provider (APP) performs physical examinations and treats common episodic and chronic healthcare problems with emphasis on health maintenance and disease prevention. This position is designed for healthcare professionals, such as nurse practitioners and physician assistants, who possess advanced training and expertise. Primary responsibilities include providing patient care in the clinic setting, performing in-office procedures, and focusing on patient education. The APP plays a critical role in delivering high-quality healthcare services and ensuring excellent patient outcomes. Job Requirements, Prerequisites and Essential Functions
Pay Range: $87.58 - $102.18 - $119.77 Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Assess patient status by obtaining health history, evaluating presenting illness, risk factors, family history, psychosocial factors, and cultural factors; perform physical examinations. Order/perform appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests; consult with physicians and other clinicians as needed; integrate data to determine diagnosis and therapeutic plan; identify health risks. Develop and implement treatment plans by prescribing/dispensing medications and/or injections in compliance with guidelines and state laws; educate patients and families; coordinate case management information; document in EMR. Participate in peer reviews, chart reviews, staff education, guideline development, continuing education, and quality assurance activities; act as consultant to clinical team; ensure patient confidentiality; advocate for patients. Collaborate with physicians to manage acute and long-term medical needs; provide continuity of care and triage patient calls/e-mails. Perform other duties as required or assigned. Assessment
Elicit and document complete health history; perform and document comprehensive physical examination; order appropriate diagnostic tests. Assess patient perception of health status, personal strengths, support systems, and psychosocial, physical, environmental, economic, and cultural factors. Identify patients and families at risk for specific healthcare problems. Diagnosis and Planning
Formulate diagnoses based on history, physical, and diagnostic tests. Develop health care plans with patients and families, including treatment, health maintenance education, and counseling. Establish and document short- and long-term goals in collaboration with each patient. Plan comprehensive patient care with other health care providers. Implementation
Provide appropriate care based on patient age and needs; implement treatment plans based on assessments and test results. Counsel patients on motivation and adherence; provide telephone advice and triage as needed. Document all pertinent data and interventions in patient records; provide medication refills as appropriate; review abnormal lab data and tests and take action; consult with other providers as indicated. Evaluation
Evaluate patient understanding and adherence; re-evaluate goals with patients and health professionals. Education
Patient and Family: identify learning needs, assess readiness, provide individualized health education, and develop teaching goals. Staff: function as a clinical resource person. Continuity/Coordination
Serve as the health care provider for a specified patient group; coordinate care among providers, patients, and families; participate in discharge planning when appropriate; maintain ongoing communication with community agencies to facilitate continuity of care. Advocacy
Promote patient and family participation in planning; provide information to make informed decisions; inform patients of their rights; provide referrals to community resources as appropriate. Education and Qualifications – Physician Assistant
Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program Certification by the National Commission on Certification and licensure in California License/Certifications
Active and unrestricted Physician Assistant license in California Current national board certification and active, transferable DEA license as required Eligible for payer enrollment with CMS/Medicare and Medicaid BLS and ACLS (American Heart Association) required Experience
2-5 years of PA experience preferred; 2 years in a specialty area highly desired; prior medical office experience preferred Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities are available as part of the application process. For accommodations, contact Human Resources at 415-925-7040 or TalentAcquisition@mymarinhealth.org. MarinHealth is a diverse community of people with many talents. We seek candidates whose work experience supports our C.A.R.E.S standards (Communication, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Safety). These standards guide our healing environment, trust, and clear communication. All employees must receive required immunizations (measles, mumps, varicella, seasonal flu) as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, with COVID booster recommended. Medical or religious exemptions will be considered. MarinHealth’s priority is health and safety for employees, patients, and the community. The compensation shown is in accordance with applicable law. Compensation is based on skills, experience, internal/market equity, and qualifications. The posted range represents minimum and maximum expectations; final decisions follow our compensation philosophy. Some positions may be governed by collective bargaining agreements. Senioriry level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
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Physician Assistant, Continuous Care, (San Rafael), Full-Time, Days — MarinHealth Join MarinHealth Medical Group as a Physician Assistant in the Continuous Care program in San Rafael. This is a full-time, day-shift role with the goal of delivering high-quality primary and preventive care in collaboration with physician staff. About MarinHealth
MarinHealth is an integrated, independent healthcare system with deep roots in the North Bay. With a world-class physician and clinical team, affiliation with UCSF Health, an expanding network of clinics, and a new state-of-the-art hospital, MarinHealth is growing quickly. MarinHealth comprises MarinHealth Medical Center (327-bed hospital in Greenbrae) and 55 primary care and specialty clinics in Marin, Sonoma, and Napa Counties. We attract healthcare’s most talented professionals who value the best of academic medicine alongside the personalized care of an independent hospital. MarinHealth is recognized with accolades including being named One of the Top 250 Hospitals Nationwide by Healthgrades, earning a 5-star CMS Overall Hospital Quality ranking, and being named the Best Hospital in San Francisco/Marin by Bay Area Parent, among others. Job Description Summary
Under supervision and in collaboration with the physician staff, the Advanced Practice Provider (APP) performs physical examinations and treats common episodic and chronic healthcare problems with emphasis on health maintenance and disease prevention. This position is designed for healthcare professionals, such as nurse practitioners and physician assistants, who possess advanced training and expertise. Primary responsibilities include providing patient care in the clinic setting, performing in-office procedures, and focusing on patient education. The APP plays a critical role in delivering high-quality healthcare services and ensuring excellent patient outcomes. Job Requirements, Prerequisites and Essential Functions
Pay Range: $87.58 - $102.18 - $119.77 Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Assess patient status by obtaining health history, evaluating presenting illness, risk factors, family history, psychosocial factors, and cultural factors; perform physical examinations. Order/perform appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests; consult with physicians and other clinicians as needed; integrate data to determine diagnosis and therapeutic plan; identify health risks. Develop and implement treatment plans by prescribing/dispensing medications and/or injections in compliance with guidelines and state laws; educate patients and families; coordinate case management information; document in EMR. Participate in peer reviews, chart reviews, staff education, guideline development, continuing education, and quality assurance activities; act as consultant to clinical team; ensure patient confidentiality; advocate for patients. Collaborate with physicians to manage acute and long-term medical needs; provide continuity of care and triage patient calls/e-mails. Perform other duties as required or assigned. Assessment
Elicit and document complete health history; perform and document comprehensive physical examination; order appropriate diagnostic tests. Assess patient perception of health status, personal strengths, support systems, and psychosocial, physical, environmental, economic, and cultural factors. Identify patients and families at risk for specific healthcare problems. Diagnosis and Planning
Formulate diagnoses based on history, physical, and diagnostic tests. Develop health care plans with patients and families, including treatment, health maintenance education, and counseling. Establish and document short- and long-term goals in collaboration with each patient. Plan comprehensive patient care with other health care providers. Implementation
Provide appropriate care based on patient age and needs; implement treatment plans based on assessments and test results. Counsel patients on motivation and adherence; provide telephone advice and triage as needed. Document all pertinent data and interventions in patient records; provide medication refills as appropriate; review abnormal lab data and tests and take action; consult with other providers as indicated. Evaluation
Evaluate patient understanding and adherence; re-evaluate goals with patients and health professionals. Education
Patient and Family: identify learning needs, assess readiness, provide individualized health education, and develop teaching goals. Staff: function as a clinical resource person. Continuity/Coordination
Serve as the health care provider for a specified patient group; coordinate care among providers, patients, and families; participate in discharge planning when appropriate; maintain ongoing communication with community agencies to facilitate continuity of care. Advocacy
Promote patient and family participation in planning; provide information to make informed decisions; inform patients of their rights; provide referrals to community resources as appropriate. Education and Qualifications – Physician Assistant
Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program Certification by the National Commission on Certification and licensure in California License/Certifications
Active and unrestricted Physician Assistant license in California Current national board certification and active, transferable DEA license as required Eligible for payer enrollment with CMS/Medicare and Medicaid BLS and ACLS (American Heart Association) required Experience
2-5 years of PA experience preferred; 2 years in a specialty area highly desired; prior medical office experience preferred Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities are available as part of the application process. For accommodations, contact Human Resources at 415-925-7040 or TalentAcquisition@mymarinhealth.org. MarinHealth is a diverse community of people with many talents. We seek candidates whose work experience supports our C.A.R.E.S standards (Communication, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Safety). These standards guide our healing environment, trust, and clear communication. All employees must receive required immunizations (measles, mumps, varicella, seasonal flu) as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, with COVID booster recommended. Medical or religious exemptions will be considered. MarinHealth’s priority is health and safety for employees, patients, and the community. The compensation shown is in accordance with applicable law. Compensation is based on skills, experience, internal/market equity, and qualifications. The posted range represents minimum and maximum expectations; final decisions follow our compensation philosophy. Some positions may be governed by collective bargaining agreements. Senioriry level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at MarinHealth. Get notified about new Physician Assistant jobs in San Rafael, CA.
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