Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner, Palliative Care (Palo Alto, CA)

Sutter Health • Palo Alto, CA

15d • Onsite

About The Position

Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group is seeking a part-time, certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Palliative Care. This role offers a resource-rich working environment with a schedule designed to promote work/life balance. The successful candidate will collaborate with a talented team of on-site primary care clinicians and medical specialists.

Requirements

• 6 months related clinical experience in Oncology, Geriatrics, Hospice or Palliative Care
• Current California State NP or PA License
• CAPA Controlled Substance Certification (for Physician Assistants only)
• Current Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number (for Nurse Practitioners only)
• Nurse Practitioner furnishing number of NP’s
• Active DEA registration

Responsibilities

• Managing health problems and coordinating health care for the patient in accordance with State Federal Rules and Regulations
• Provide comprehensive, coordinated, and compassionate care for patients and families facing serious illness
• Formulates a comprehensive care plan, patient education, and ongoing evaluation in collaboration with the palliative care interdisciplinary team for palliative care patients in the home, office and SNF settings
• Prescribes and administers medications/immunizations including controlled substances to the extent delegated and licensed, and in collaboration with palliative care and/or referring physician

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed