Physician Assistant

General Information

Job Name Physician Assistant Department 7590310 - Cardiology AHPs Position type Full Time Workplace Fully On-Site Primary Location San Francisco, CA, United States Job ID 5860

Description & Requirements

Job Description

The Inpatient Acute Care Cardiology Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will join an existing team of highly skilled APPs in the care of patients requiring specialized cardiac care.  Under the supervision of the Clinical Chief of Inpatient Cardiology, APP Manager for Inpatient Cardiology and the Director of the Heart and Vascular Center.  The Cardiology APP will have a critical role in the inpatient setting, with both team member and individual duties.  These responsibilities will include acute care management as well as pre and post procedural patient examination and assessment, diagnosis, and management of care including but not limited to diagnosis; management, treatment implementation, coordination and continuity of care, development of practice protocols and education of patients, families and other health care practitioners. May be asked to perform consults.  The Cardiology APP will manage patients cooperatively with esteemed cardiology faculty to provide care, facilitate diagnostic testing and intervention, and coordinate a comprehensive discharge.  Prior cardiology APP experience required as this is a high volume, high acuity service. Must have ability to practice autonomously and as a part of the larger team at various campus as needed

Qualifications Graduation from a PA Program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the PA (ARC-PA). Minimum License/Certification: 1. California Physician Assistant (PA) License without restriction 2. National Board Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) 3. California Driver License (if required for position) 4. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Registration with Schedules 2, 2N, 3, 3N, 4, and 5 registered to a California address 5. American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification 6. Additional required AHA certifications: ACLS Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA): 1. Excellent verbal and written communication skills 2. Judgement skills to effectively meet the needs of patients 3. Self-direction and organizational skills to function in an independent role 4. Ability to cope with personal stress experienced by health care providers and team members 5. Ability to meet minimum standards for hospital credentialing and billing standards as a billable provider 6. Submit health plan (Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial for all APPs; also, CCS for pediatric providers) enrollment by first clinical day 7. At all times, must adhere to the UCSF Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, Code of Conduct, PRIDE values, and applicable medical center/campus/departmental policies and procedures 8. At all times, must adhere to all UCSF policies regarding HIPPA, privacy, communication, documentation, encounter closure, and billing 9. Mandatory attendance at the Office of Advanced Practice Providers Orientation Sessions 10. Mandatory attendance at the APP Onboarding Committee APP Onboarding Series 11. This position requires flexibility for the APP to work at all UCSF Health facilities/locations 12. Performs other duties as assigned License / Certification Physicians Assistant About UCSF The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as https://www.ucsf.edu/about/mission-and-values . In addition to , UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available https://diversity.ucsf.edu/ . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide. EEO Statement The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Additional Details

Job Code PHYSCN AST (009203) Assignment Category Career IAP Level Staff Plan (target potential payout of $900, maximum of $1,800) Job Family Nursing Campus 1 Parnassus Heights (SF) Campus 3 Hyde Hospital Percentage (%) 90.00 Shift Length 12 hours Shift Type Variable Bargaining Unit HX Additional Shift Details Must also work holidays and weekends