Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner (CVWHA)

Sante Health•Fresno, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Sante Health System in Fresno, CA is seeking to hire a full time or part time Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner to participate in the rewarding work of caring for patients by assisting physicians at one of our medical locations. This position comes with competitive compensation, a great team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to build a satisfying career with an established and respected healthcare organization.

Requirements

Completion of an approved Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner program
National certification
Professional clinical experience in a clinic setting is preferred.
Exceptional people and communication skills
Highly skilled in multi-tasking in a fast paced environment
A commitment to achieving a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
A no-task-too-small approach to the work.

Nice To Haves

Women's health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assisting physicians at one of our medical locations.
Providing patient-focused care, actively listening to patient concerns.
Keeping accurate notes, obtaining a complete medical history and performing a complete physical exam.
Accurately recording findings.
Identifying patient care issues that must be addressed.
Collaborating with physicians to manage the acute and long-term medical needs of patients.
Rounding on patients at the hospital and assisting physicians in complex surgical cases.
Managing medical and surgical emergencies.
Interpreting and integrating data and ordering laboratory studies, x-rays, and other diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as indicated.
Reviewing lab and radiology results in consultation with the supervising physician.
Submitting patient health care plans and goals for periodic review and evaluation by the physician.
Providing prescriptions for medications.
Taking calls for pharmacies and assisting the MD when on-call.
Counseling patients and their families on health promotion, diagnosis, prognosis, and management options.
Recommending community resources to meet patient and family needs.
Instructing patients and authorized family members on medications and treatment instructions.
Educating patients.