UC Davis Health Informatics
Nephrology Physician Assistant-PCS Advanced Practice Providers
UC Davis Health Informatics, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
Nephrology Physician Assistant-PCS Advanced Practice Providers
To provide independent advanced practice provider clinical expertise to patients and their families on an on-going basis. This includes the management of chronic stable medical conditions, routine care, acute or critical care, and medical and specialty protocols standard practice protocols for your specific department. This may include non-invasive or invasive procedures, surgical procedures, including operative first assist per approved standardized procedures as identified by the list available on the Medical Staff Office. Patient management decisions will be independent where appropriate after assessment of the patient and interdependent with consultation with an attending or other member of the team. PA’s are expected to act as an expert resource person for health care providers including nurses, residents and other ancillary staff. Key Responsibilities
80% - Inpatient (may include some or all responsibilities listed) 10% - Professional Development 5% - Quality and Evidence-Based Practice 5% - Research and Education Department Overview
UC Davis Health is at the forefront of incorporating Advanced Practice Providers (APP) as part of interprofessional care teams to support increasing numbers of complex care patients. APPs are vital parts of the multidisciplinary hospital based teams caring for our patients in specialty care throughout the UC Davis Health system. Department Specific Job Scope
The Pediatric Nephrology Physician Assistant role will include caring for inpatient pediatric patients with congenital and acquired kidney and urologic diseases under the supervision of the Pediatric Nephrology Attending. The PA will provide patient evaluation, ordering and interpretation of diagnostic tests, initiation of appropriate treatments and medications using established protocols and practices. In addition, the role will include: consultation with other providers; communication with patients and families; admission/transfer/discharge planning; documentation of care including daily progress notes and procedure notes. The PA will also provide education to patients, family members, and medical providers including nursing staff, allied health team members. PAs may participate in the design and implementation of research and/or quality improvement studies within the Pediatric Nephrology Department. POSITION INFORMATION
Salary or Pay Range: $79.61-$105.05 Salary Frequency: Hourly Salary Grade: STEPS UC Job Title: PHYSCN AST UC Job Code: 009203 Number of Positions: 2 Appointment Type: Staff: Career Percentage of Time: 100 Shift (Work Schedule): Variable 10 Hour Shifts Location: Main Hospital (HSP001) Union Representation: HX-Healthcare Professionals Benefits Eligible: Yes This position is 100% on-site Benefits
Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page. Physical Demands
Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Never 0 Hours Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Never 0 Hours Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Bending/Stooping - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Twisting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Environmental Demands
Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Mental Demands
Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Work Environment
UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space. Ability to work flexible hours Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
At UC Davis, we’re solving life’s most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don’t just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. To learn more about our background check program, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks
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To provide independent advanced practice provider clinical expertise to patients and their families on an on-going basis. This includes the management of chronic stable medical conditions, routine care, acute or critical care, and medical and specialty protocols standard practice protocols for your specific department. This may include non-invasive or invasive procedures, surgical procedures, including operative first assist per approved standardized procedures as identified by the list available on the Medical Staff Office. Patient management decisions will be independent where appropriate after assessment of the patient and interdependent with consultation with an attending or other member of the team. PA’s are expected to act as an expert resource person for health care providers including nurses, residents and other ancillary staff. Key Responsibilities
80% - Inpatient (may include some or all responsibilities listed) 10% - Professional Development 5% - Quality and Evidence-Based Practice 5% - Research and Education Department Overview
UC Davis Health is at the forefront of incorporating Advanced Practice Providers (APP) as part of interprofessional care teams to support increasing numbers of complex care patients. APPs are vital parts of the multidisciplinary hospital based teams caring for our patients in specialty care throughout the UC Davis Health system. Department Specific Job Scope
The Pediatric Nephrology Physician Assistant role will include caring for inpatient pediatric patients with congenital and acquired kidney and urologic diseases under the supervision of the Pediatric Nephrology Attending. The PA will provide patient evaluation, ordering and interpretation of diagnostic tests, initiation of appropriate treatments and medications using established protocols and practices. In addition, the role will include: consultation with other providers; communication with patients and families; admission/transfer/discharge planning; documentation of care including daily progress notes and procedure notes. The PA will also provide education to patients, family members, and medical providers including nursing staff, allied health team members. PAs may participate in the design and implementation of research and/or quality improvement studies within the Pediatric Nephrology Department. POSITION INFORMATION
Salary or Pay Range: $79.61-$105.05 Salary Frequency: Hourly Salary Grade: STEPS UC Job Title: PHYSCN AST UC Job Code: 009203 Number of Positions: 2 Appointment Type: Staff: Career Percentage of Time: 100 Shift (Work Schedule): Variable 10 Hour Shifts Location: Main Hospital (HSP001) Union Representation: HX-Healthcare Professionals Benefits Eligible: Yes This position is 100% on-site Benefits
Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page. Physical Demands
Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Never 0 Hours Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Never 0 Hours Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Bending/Stooping - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Twisting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Environmental Demands
Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Mental Demands
Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Work Environment
UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space. Ability to work flexible hours Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
At UC Davis, we’re solving life’s most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don’t just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. To learn more about our background check program, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks
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