Physician Assistant

Salary : $217,156.16 - $291,890.56 Annually

Location : Throughout the County of Santa Clara, CA

Job Type : Full-Time / Part-Time

Job Number : 24-S46-B

Department : Santa Clara Valley Healthcare (SCVHC)

Opening Date : 12 / 27 / 2024

Closing Date : 1 / 10 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit : 01

Description

Under supervision of a physician, in accordance with written policies and statutes, to perform diagnostic and therapeutic tasks in all primary care and specialty care settings.

Physician Assistants (PA's) within the Santa Clara County Healthcare System provide health care under the supervision of physicians and surgeons. They are formally trained to examine patients, diagnose injuries and illnesses, and provide treatment. They practice in all settings and provide care to patients of all ages. Practice settings within our system include all Surgical Subspecialties, Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Interventional Radiology, Ob / GYN, Pediatrics, Geriatrics, Pain Management, Endocrinology, Urgent Care, Emergency, and Custody Medicine.

Only applicants who provide a copy of their Physician Assistant certification attached to their application will be accepted. All other applicants will be rejected.

Typical Tasks

The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all duties listed.

• Obtains complete histories and performs pertinent physical exams with identification of normal and abnormal findings on new and returning patients;
• Accurately compiles and records findings in the medical records;
• Performs, orders, and evaluates diagnostic studies, as indicated for evaluation of the patient;
• Interprets test results for deviation from normal;
• Diagnoses conditions and develops care management / treatment plans under appropriate supervision;
• Prescribes, orders, and / or administers medications in accordance with current hospital policies and procedures;
• Determines need for and orders ancillary and consultative services (e.g., physical therapy, occupational therapy, respiratory therapy, radiology examinations, and nursing services);
• Performs designated procedures after demonstrated training and evaluation of current competency; may include but not limited to injections, immunizations, suturing, wound care, and infection management;
• Initiates and facilitates hospital admissions and discharges as directed by the supervising physician;
• Makes daily inpatient rounds as directed by the supervising physician;
• Assists supervising physician with enrollment, treatment, and care management of patients in Investigational Review Board (IRB) approved studies;
• After appropriate training, provides first and second assist during surgery or complicated procedures;
• Facilitates the coordination of necessary patient care, including ordering Durable Medical Equipment (DME), in home care, and community care;
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives, as assigned;
• Provides appropriate, effective patient counseling and education;
• Works with postgraduate trainees (e.g., Physician Assistant students, residents, fellows) and assists in their training and educational process;
• Obtains informed consent, as permitted by the informed consent policies and procedures, as indicated;
• Recognizes situations that call for immediate attention of a physician, and initiates lifesaving procedures, when necessary;
• May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW)
• as required;
• Performs other related duties, as required.

Employment Standards

Sufficient education, training, and experience to demonstrate the possession and direct application of the following knowledge and abilities :

Training and Experience Note : The required knowledge and abilities are attained through graduation from a Physician Assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA)

Possession of Board Certification from the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) as described in California Business and Professions Code. Division 2. Healing Arts (500 - 4999.129) (Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399.) CHAPTER 7.7. Physician Assistants (3500 - 3546), Medical Board of California. Physician Assistant Board, and National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants.

Special Requirements

Knowledge of :

Ability to :

The County offers comprehensive first-class medical, dental, and vision benefits plans for County employees and their dependents, including plans with no deductibles, no co-pays, no co-insurance, and no prescription drug co-pays. Learn more

The County also offers generous paid time off with significant vacation, sick time, and 13 paid County holidays annually! Details are included in the with the bargaining unit applicable to the job classification.

In addition to the amazing perks above, the County also offers the additional benefits below.

Retirement Benefits

The County offers robust retirement plans including a (similar to the private sector's 401(k) plan) and the In addition to lifetime retirement income available through the CalPERS pension plan, the 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan provides a great way to save for retirement and supplement the defined benefit pension available to employees. These plans help our employees build a plan for their future and contribute to their family's long-term financial well-being.

Health Flexible Spending Account

The empowers employees to manage healthcare expenses efficiently with tax-free contributions (up to $3,200 for the 2024 calendar year). Secure tax-free solutions for your healthcare expenses and enjoy the flexibility to manage your healthcare finances effectively with the HFSA.

Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)

The enables employees to utilize tax-free funds for dependent care services, facilitating a convenient and cost-effective approach for managing your dependent care expenses. The County also offers the , an employer-funded DCAP, for employees with annual income under $120,000.

Life and AD&D

The County offers life and disability benefits including , Insurance, These benefits ensure financial security and income support when you and your family need it most.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The County prioritizes employee mental health and well-being and offers a top-tier through Concern providing confidential counseling sessions covering stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, as well as financial / legal services, personal coaching, child and elder care referrals, and comprehensive crisis support.

Employee Wellness

The offers free wellness programing, fitness classes and resources; including Elevate My Wellness an all-in-one platform designed to elevate your well-being journey.

Education Reimbursement

A generous program is available, including Education Reimbursement for employees seeking additional training and professional development.

NOTE : Benefit and Retirement information may vary from bargaining unit to bargaining unit. Due to changes in State Law, current pension provisions described in the union contracts are not automatically applied. Specific pension benefits for new hires who start on or after January 1, 2013 may be different than indicated in the union contracts.

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Please answer the following questions. Completion of the following supplemental questions is REQUIRED and is an integral part of the evaluation process. Initially, it will be used to determine minimum qualifications. For those applicants meeting the employment standards, this information will be critical in the subsequent competitive assessment to identify those candidates to be invited to continue in the examination process. Your responses to the questions may also be reviewed and scored in a Competitive Rating evaluation process based on pre-determined rating criteria. Your answers should be as complete as possible, as no additional information will be accepted from applicants once the Competitive Rating evaluation has begun. A response of "see resume" or "see application" will deem your application incomplete. Please include the name of employers, job titles, dates of employment, and hours worked per week for questions asking about work experience.

Do you understand these requirements?

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

Have you graduated from a Physician Assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA)

Please list the name / s, the level, and the location of the Physician Assistant program that you graduated from. If you have not graduated from one write "none."

Do you possess a Current active, unrestricted Physician Assistant license in the State of California?

If you answered yes please list your California number and the expiration date. If you do not have any write "none."

Do you possess a current National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) certification?

If you answered yes please list your NCCPA license name, the number, and the expiration date. If you do not have any write "none."

Do you possess a current active, registered U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) number for prescribing controlled substances?

If you answered yes please list your DEA license number and the expiration date. If you do not have any write "none."

Some positions may require certification based on the certification required for practice privileges relevant to the position and the individual PA's privilege set. Please select all of the certifications that you possess :

Please list your certification / s title, certification number, and the expiration date that you possess. If you do not have any write "none."

How many years of experience do you possess as an Advanced Practice Provider?

Please select all areas which you have experience as an Advanced Practice Provider :

Please describe your Advanced Practice Provider experience in detail. Please include the name of employer, job title, the area of specialty, job duties, dates of employment and number of hours worked per week. If you do not have any write "none."

Do you have intraoperative experience?

If yes, describe your intraoperative experience. Please include the name of employer, job title, job duties, dates of employment and number of hours worked per week. If you do not have any write "none."

Have you managed the care of post-surgical or trauma patients in an inpatient setting?

If yes, describe your experience in managing the case of post surgical or trauma patients. Please include the name of employer, job title, job duties, dates of employment and number of hours worked per week. If you do not have any write "none."

How many years of experience do you possess working as a Physician Assistant practicing in inpatient and outpatient settings as well as in the operating room?

Describe your Physician Assistant experience practicing in inpatient and outpatient settings as well as in the operating room? Please include the name of the employer, job title, job duties, dates of employment, and the number of hours worked per week. If you do not have any write "none."

Have you completed an ARC-PA approved program that included training in the emergency department procedures for which privileges are sought, or demonstrate completion of an accredited emergency medicine PA residency program within the past 12 months?

How many years of experience do you possess working as a Physician Assistant in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery?

Please describe your experience working as a Physician Assistant in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Please include the name of employer, job title, the area of specialty, job duties, dates of employment and number of hours worked per week. If you do not have any write "none."

How many years of experience do you possess working as a Physician Assistant in Trauama settings?

Please describe your experience working as a Physician Assistant in Trauama settings. Please include the name of employer, job title, the area of specialty, job duties, dates of employment and number of hours worked per week. If you do not have any write "none."

How many years of experience do you possess working as a Physician Assistant in OB / GYN Surgery?

Please describe your experience working as a Physician Assistant in OB / GYN Surgery. Please include the name of employer, job title, the area of specialty, job duties, dates of employment and number of hours worked per week. If you do not have any write "none."

Please identify the hospital you are currently working at. If none, please select N / A.

How did you find out about this job?

If you selected an event / fair or other in the question above, please specify. If not, type N / A.

Required Question

Salary : $217,156 - $291,891