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

Sutter Health - Bay Area

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 involves managing health problems, coordinating care for patients and families facing serious illness, and formulating comprehensive care plans. The position is located in Palo Alto, CA, and offers a resource-rich working environment with a schedule designed to promote work/life balance. Collaboration with a talented team of on-site primary care clinicians and medical specialists is a key aspect of this role.

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