Physician Assistant II (Specialty) - Physician Extenders - Full Time 10 Hour Days (Exempt) (Non-Union)

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

124d • $174,720 - $288,288

About The Position

The Physician Assistant (PA) II surgical specialist is a licensed health professional who practices medicine with the supervision of a physician as a surgical assist. In addition to being a surgical assist, the PA may also be involved in coordination of care, participates in education, and is closely engaged in clinical practice and patient care management. The PA will function as a leader within our professional team by communicating, planning, and implementing care directly and with other healthcare professionals, including but not limited to surgeons, surgical techs, pharmacists, office support staff, and other advanced practice providers.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant Program.
• 3+ Years Experience Required.
• Committed to excellence in patient care and customer service.
• Demonstrates ability to effectively work with physicians, staff, and patients.
• Organization/time management skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, planning and evaluation skills.

Nice To Haves

• 3+ Years Experience in Surgical Specialty Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists surgeon during surgical procedure.
• Performs first assistant surgical duties, including tissue retraction and suturing.
• May perform additional surgical duties/procedures based off specialty training and privileges approved by medical staff.
• Obtains detailed and accurate medical histories from patients.
• Performs appropriate physical examinations, delineates problems, and records the information.
• Develops and implements patient management plans, including the coordination of referrals to specialty and social services.
• Orders appropriate laboratory, diagnostic and radiographic studies along with indicated procedures.
• Orders therapies to include PT, OT, ST and Respiratory.
• Orders medications and consultations with other services.
• Performs and/or interprets common laboratory, radiological, cardio graphic and other routine diagnostic procedures.
• Helps preoperatively and postoperatively with care coordination of the patient.
• Provides continuity of care in the management of complex illnesses and injuries under the supervision of a physician.
• Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens.
• Facilitates the referral of patients to other health and social service agencies when appropriate.
• Ensures billing for services rendered is completed and accurate.
• Acts as a mentor and/or preceptor to new/student physician assistants within the department or clinic.
• Participates or leads quality initiatives, process improvement projects, or research within the department or clinic.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Annual base salary range for this position is $174,720.00 - $288,288.00.
• USC offers excellent benefits and perks.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees