Physician Assistant

Job Description

Central to all that California has to offer, Adventist Health Bakersfield has been providing an extraordinary team of world-class physicians, top-notch medical technology, caring professionals and award-winning quality since 1910. We are comprised of a 254-bed acute care hospital and 20 primary and specialty care medical offices. As one of America's fastest growing cities, Bakersfield offers affordable housing on the West Coast, beautiful weather, high-quality education and it is just a few hours away from Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks, the Central California Coast and Southern California's great sports, theaters, concerts and amusement parks.

Job Summary:

Evaluates, diagnoses and provides patient care, treatment and services, including the performance of physical exams, diagnosing conditions, development of treatment plans, health counseling and prescribing medications for patients seen by the collaborating/supervising physician. Assumes total care of patients under the direction of a physician. Follows established standards, procedures and practices, and gives specific patient modalities to health clinic staff. Regularly demonstrates subject matter expertise regarding medication, treatment, and patient care standards.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent: Required
• Graduate from an accredited school/college of Physician Assistants, as applicable: Required
• Two years' relevant clinical experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

• Physician Assistant (PA) licensure in state of practice: Required
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS OR HS-ACLS OR RQIACLS) certification: Required

Essential Functions:

• Evaluates and treats patients within prescribes parameters. Orders appropriate tests, treatments and counsels, as needed. Performs complete, detailed and accurate patient histories. Reviews patient records to develop comprehensive medical status reports. Orders laboratory, radiological and diagnostic studies appropriate for complaint, age, race, sex and physical condition of the patient.
• Completes physical examinations and records pertinent data in acceptable medical forms. Makes medical diagnoses and institutes therapy or patient referrals to the appropriate health care facilities, agencies, resources of the community, or other physicians. Obtains and interprets patient data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, as needed. Develops and implements action plan for practice changes to enhance patient outcomes.
• Arranges hospital admissions and discharges at the direction of the Supervising Physician. Performs hospital rounds and records appropriate patient progress notes. Transcribes and executes specific orders at the direction of the Supervising Physician. Compiles detailed narrative and case summaries. Utilizes specific knowledge and skills in a surgical environment to assist the surgeon. Works under minimal supervision.
• Completes forms pertinent to patients' medical records and issues diagnostic orders, which must be signed within specified time period as defined by hospital guidelines. Interprets and evaluates patient data to determine patient management and treatment. Mentors, develops, inspires, educates and leads staff members in patient care setting. Enhances efficiency and cost effectiveness by identifying opportunities to decrease costs, as applicable to the job.
• Provides instructions and guidance regarding medical care matters to patients. Performs or assists with routine medical techniques and procedures.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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About Us

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.