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Orthopaedic Physician Assistant MED: Orthopaedic Surgery Sacramento Campus

Department Description

MED: Orthopaedic Surgery

This position is with the UC Davis Health School of Medicine Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, an academic/clinical department, encompassing several sub-specialties, working to achieve excellence in patient care, teaching, research and public service. The Department's strategy is built on four pillars: Impactful Advocacy; In-demand, World-Class Education; Innovation through Leading-Edge Research; and World-Class Quality, Value-Driven Clinical Care.

Job Summary

Final Filing Date
June 30, 2023
Salary Range
$70.62 - $93.14
Salary Frequency
Hourly
Appointment Type
Career
Number of Positions
1
Percentage of Time
100%
Shift Hour
8-Hour Shifts (M-F)
Location
ACC 1700
City
Sacramento
Union Representation
HX
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Reposted 6/1

We offer exceptional employment benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, generous paid vacations and holidays, excellent retirement savings and investment plans, continuing education, and reduced fee and scholarship programs

THIS IS NOT AN H1- B OPPORTUNITY

Responsibilities

This position will provide advanced practitioner care to orthopaedic patients under the supervision of a specialty physician. Care includes, but is not limited to, providing diagnostic, therapeutic, procedural and preventative care. This position will examine, diagnose and decide treatments for patients, including interpreting radiology reports and lab results. The PA will take patient histories, write prescriptions, order therapies and may provide surgical assistance, Patient management includes care across the orthopaedic experience, including consultation, pre-procedural care, procedural care and post-procedure follow up in the hospital and hospital based clinics.

This position is primarily based in the Lawrence J. Ellison Ambulatory Care Center, but incumbent must be able to travel and work occasionally at other clinic or hospital locations to meet business needs.

Required Qualifications

• One (1) year or greater experience as a PA required, dedicated fellowship accepted
  
• One (1) year or greater recent clinical experience in Orthopaedic specialty care
  
• Graduation with a master's degree or PhD from an accredited Physician Assistant program
  
• California Licensed Physician Assistant (PA)
  
• Current AHA BLS/CPR and ACLS Certification
  
• National certification as a physician assistant (NCCPA)
  
• DEA Certificate within 3 months of hire
  
• CITI Certification prior to any involvement in Clinical Research within three (3) months of hire
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  
• Judgment skills to effectively meet the needs of patients
  
• Self-direction and organizational skills to function in an independent role
  
• Ability to cope with personal stress experienced by team members, other professionals, and caretakers
  

Applicants are encouraged to upload license and certification if required of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Recent experience with wound care
  
• Experience managing urgent referrals from the community
  
• Ability to learn to assist in operations, performing tasks under direct supervision of the attending orthopaedic surgeon
  

Special Requirements

• Ability to meet minimum standards for hospital credentialing and billing standards as a billable provider
  
• Must be able to work occasional overtime
  
• Ability to work flexible hours
  
• Able to lift 25 pounds, see well enough to read gauges and identify injuries
  
• This position may be subject to a criminal background investigation, drug screen, Live Scan fingerprinting, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment
  
• The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Policy (ucop.edu) covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.
  

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve.

We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here.

As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected.

The University of California 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.

Final Filing Date
June 30, 2023
Salary Range
$70.62 - $93.14
Salary Frequency
Hourly
Appointment Type
Career
Number of Positions
1
Percentage of Time
100%
Shift Hour
8-Hour Shifts (M-F)
Location
ACC 1700
City
Sacramento
Union Representation
HX
Benefits Eligible
Yes


To apply, visit https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucdmed/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=5&JobOpeningId=49632&PostingSeq=1

The University of California 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.





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