Surgical PA or RNFA

1st Assist Opportunity: General Surgery
California Bay Area
 
Dignity Health Medical Group - Sequoia is a dynamic multi-specialty group and is still growing. We are affiliated with Sequoia Hospital. We are looking for a Surgical Physician Assistant who is passionate about general surgery and is team-oriented.
 
Highlights Include:

• Opportunity to practice a broad range of surgeries in the OR setting. (8-10 hours per month)
  
• Collaborative practices, working closely with physicians who have practiced with PA's
  
• Excellent support staff
  
• No night/weekend call required

Why Join Us?

• Generous per diem rate
  
• Aligned with one of the largest health systems in the nation and the largest hospital system in California

Patient Assessment and Diagnosis:

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments.
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests.

Treatment Planning and Management:

• Develop and implement patient care plans.
• Prescribe medications and therapies.
• Provide health promotion and disease prevention education.

Collaboration and Consultation:

• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals.
• Consult with physicians and specialists as needed.
• Coordinate patient care across various settings.

• Preferred bariatrics and general surgery experience
• Training from an accredited NP with RN First Assist license or PA program
• Valid state licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) with a First Assist license (RNFA) or Physician Assistant (PA)
• DEA, Furnishing Licence, PAB required Substance Abuse Course, ACLS, BLS
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills, with the ability to make sound clinical judgments
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems and other relevant healthcare technologies