University of California Irvine

Sr. Physician Assistant


Updated: Nov 15, 2023
Location: Orange-Campus
Job Type:
Department: Neurosurgery



Job Opening ID: 61745

Reports To: Chief Administrative Officer, Neurosurgery and PM & R

Working Title: Sr. Physician Assistant

Department: Neurosurgery

Bargaining Unit: HX

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Payroll Job Code: 009202

Job Location: UCI Campus- Irvine

Percent of Time: 100%

Work Schedule: Varied

Employee Class: Career

Position Summary:

The physician assistant will perform clinical assessments and care management services that include construction and interpretation of histories and physical exams. The physician assistant will also perform initial and periodic physical examinations, mental status examinations and medical history on both in-patients and out-patients. The PA will also be expected to participate in daily rounds to observe and record pertinent progress of patients. Updating and summarizing charts, changing orders when appropriate, and notifying the responsible physician(s) of changes in the patient's condition are but a few of the PA's daily routine. The PA will also counsel patients and families as to preventive care, medical problems, psychological problems and use of prescribed treatment and drugs. The PA will assist in operative and other procedures and participate in clinical investigations. Must have California License. Assist with clinical trials and departmental research projects.

Total Compensation:

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

$79.88 - $109.66 (Hourly Rate)

Required:

1) Licensure through the California Physician Assistant Board of the Medical Board of California as a physician assistant. 2) Applicant must have completed a physician assistant training program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA). 3) Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date and meet current Medicare requirements for billing. 4) Applicant must hold a current DEA Registration with schedules 2, 2N, 3, 3N, 4 and 5 and State issued prescribing authority (if applicable). 5) Evidence of completion of Controlled Substances Education Course that meets requirements pursuant to California Code of Regulations Sections 1399.610 and 1399.612. PAs who have completed a one-time Controlled Substances Education Course may order or furnish a Schedule II drug pursuant to the Practice Agreement without patient-specific advance approval. 6) National board certification at the time of initial appointment (beginning August 2020). 7) Current ACLS and BLS certification from approved AHA course.

Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and ACLS required. Ability to exercise diplomacy and flexibility in interacting with doctors, nurses Other paramedical personnel, administrators, emergency and law enforcement Officers. Skill at clearly communicating medical information to broad variety of people, Both in person and on the telephone. Knowledge of what comprises the medical history and skill in the history-taking Process, including time allowance to carry these out. Knowledge of when specific diagnostic tests are indicated according to written protocol. Skill to read medical instruments, editing data for errors and making necessary Corrections of treatment modalities. Skill to operate appropriate medical equipment, e.g., intracranial pressure monitoring Devices, central venous pressure monitors, neuroelectrophysiological machines, Pulmonary respirators, cardioverter or cardiac defibrillator (capacitor discharge unit), Transducer systems, digital read-out equipment and medical computer systems. Ability to be trained in the use of specialized medical equipment and procedures Writing skills to prepare clear medical reports, laboratory data and progress notes. Ability to perform various medical procedures. Applicants are expected to meet the legal requirements to practice as a PA as Determined by graduation from an accredited physician assistant program ; to be board certified by the National Commission for the Certification of Physician Assistants; California Physician Assistant license, DEA license, BLS, ACLS

Preferred:

Experience with clinical trials coordination

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

Background Check and Live Scan

Legal Right to work in the United States

Vaccination Policies

Smoking and Tobacco Policy

Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act

E-Verify

Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. 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 categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or [email protected].

Job Opening ID: 61745Reports To: Chief Administrative Officer, Neurosurgery and PM & RWorking Title: Sr. Physician AssistantDepartment: NeurosurgeryBargaining Unit: HXFLSA: Non-ExemptPayroll Job Code: 009202Job Location: UCI Campus- IrvinePercent of Time: 100%Work Schedule: VariedEmployee Class: Career
Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

Background Check and Live Scan

Legal Right to work in the United States

Vaccination Policies

Smoking and Tobacco Policy

Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act

E-Verify

Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4794714&targetURL=

Job Opening ID: 61745Reports To: Chief Administrative Officer, Neurosurgery and PM & RWorking Title: Sr. Physician AssistantDepartment: NeurosurgeryBargaining Unit: HXFLSA: Non-ExemptPayroll Job Code: 009202Job Location: UCI Campus- IrvinePercent of Time: 100%Work Schedule: VariedEmployee Class: Career
Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

Background Check and Live Scan

Legal Right to work in the United States

Vaccination Policies

Smoking and Tobacco Policy

Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act

E-Verify

Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. 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 categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or [email protected].


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