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SLH Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner (PA/NP)
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What they do
A Pediatrics Nurse Practitioner provides primary care and nursing care to infant, children and adolescent patients. Performs physical exams, orders diagnostic tests, and provides medications. Works in a physician's office or other healthcare facility, under the direction of a physician. Performs work similar to that of a physician assistant but has different medical training and degree.
$149,783 / year median in California
+28% projected growth
Job Description
SLH Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner (PA/NP) Alameda Health System
•3.3 San Leandro, CA Job Details Per diem $127.81
•$142.01 an hour 1 hour ago Qualifications Advanced practice provider
Full Job Description SUMMARY :
Under general direction, assesses, evaluates and manages the health care needs of patients. Performs selected diagnostic and therapeutic tasks. Provides health care services and performs clinical procedures that require possession of advanced knowledge and skills and the exercise of a high degree of clinical judgment in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients. Performs related duties as required.
DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
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NOTE:
Following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual in the classification. 1. Consults with physicians as necessary regarding health status of patients; refers complex cases to appropriate resources. 2. May participate in annual performance reviews as needed. 3. Orders and/or performs laboratory and screening tests in accordance with approved protocol. 4. Performs history and complete physical examinations of patients either in a general medical setting or within the context of specialty clinics to which assigned; assesses the clinical status of patients; establishes and maintains health records. 5. Plans a program of care, seeking consultation with physicians, other professional staff, patients and families as needed or as required. Formulates problem lists based on clinical findings. 6. Provides and evaluates patient care according to protocol's and quality assurance program criteria. 7. Teaches patients, families and staff; provides counseling services related to promoting good health practices. Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience:
Demonstrated experience which would provide the knowledge and skill necessary for successful performance as a Mid-Level Practitioner.
Preferred Experience:
One year in area of specialty (i.e. Cardiology, Neurology, G.I, Rheumatology, Orthopedics, Hematology, etc.), PG Residency of ED experience or post-graduate training in area of responsibility.
Preferred Licenses/Certification:
ACLS, ATLS, SART, dependant on area of specialty.
Preferred Licenses/Certification:
BLS
•Basic Life Support Certification issued by the American Heart Association.
Preferred Licenses/Certification:
PALS
•Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification
•AHA American Heart Association (Required for Emergency Department or if overseeing or providing pediatric care on a regular basis).
Required Education:
Successful completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner training program that conforms to the Board of Registered Nursing standards; OR successful completion of a Physician Assistant program of instruction in primary health care approved by the Physician Assisting Examining Committee;
OR NCCPA
for Physician's Assistant.; graduate of an accredited Nursing program required; Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
Required Licenses/Certifications:
For Nurse Practitioners, possession of a current Furnishing Number issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing AND Certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) OR American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP); OR Certification by the National Certification Corporation as a Women's Health Care Nurse Practitioner (WHNP).
Required Licenses/Certifications:
For Physician Assistants, a valid Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Number AND Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
Required Licenses/Certifications:
Possession of a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse and certification as a Nurse Practitioner issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing; OR possession of a valid Certificate as a Physician Assistant issued by the California Board of MedicalQuality Assurance.
Pay Range:
$127.81
•$142.01 / Hour The pay range for this position reflects the base pay scale for the role at Alameda Health System. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, departmental equity, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and the operational needs of the organization. Alameda Health System also offers eligible positions a generous comprehensive benefits program. San Leandro Hospital SLH Emergency Services As Needed /
Per Diem Varies Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant FTE:
0.01
Benefits
- Dental Insurance