Physician Assistant, Vascular Surgery, (Greenbrae), Full-Time, Days

MarinHealth Medical Center•Greenbrae, CA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Vascular Surgical Physician Assistant (PA) is an advanced practice provider who delivers comprehensive perioperative care to patients with vascular disease. Working in close collaboration with vascular surgeons and the multidisciplinary care team, the PA plays an integral role in patient assessment, surgical assisting, and longitudinal management. Core responsibilities include performing preoperative evaluations, first-assisting in open and endovascular procedures, coordinating postoperative care, and managing patients in inpatient and outpatient settings. The PA is expected to exercise a high degree of clinical judgment and autonomy while functioning within the scope of practice and institutional guidelines. This includes prescribing medications, ordering and interpreting diagnostic studies, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives. Strong communication skills, adaptability, and a collaborative mindset are essential to ensure efficient office workflows, optimal surgical outcomes and patient and provider satisfaction.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program
Completion of a surgical residency preferred.
2 - 5 years of PA working experience preferred, but would consider motivated new grad.
Prior experience in wound care and/or minor office based procedures, like sclerotherapy, would be beneficial
Must hold an active and current California Physician Assistant License (PA)
Must hold current national board certification (NCCPA) by first day of work and maintain.
Must hold an active and transferable DEA license to California as required by the clinical specialty.
Must be eligible for payer enrollment with CMS Medicare and Medicaid.
Must hold current AHA BLS and ACLS as minimum requirement.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a surgical residency
Prior experience in wound care and/or minor office based procedures, like sclerotherapy

Responsibilities

Perform preoperative evaluations
First-assisting in open and endovascular procedures
Coordinating postoperative care
Managing patients in inpatient and outpatient settings
Prescribing medications
Ordering and interpreting diagnostic studies
Contributing to quality improvement initiatives
Performing clinical assessments and management services independently or in a shared visit model on new and established Vascular Surgery patients, including history and complete vascular physical exam, prescription writing and refills, referrals, etc.
Perform wound care, utilizing best available products and therapies
Perform minor procedures including sclerotherapy, removal of tunneled catheters and wound debridement
Comprehensive Perioperative management of patients including but not limited to: Surgical assisting, Coordination of care between patients, families, other providers, ancillary staff, Patient and staff education
Facilitate efficient patient through-put and workflow in the Perioperative setting, including arrangements for add-on cases
Rounding on patients in the hospital
Participate in clinical research projects and/or provide staff education
Maintain vascular databases (VQI and any other that may be created)
Order, interpret and act upon tests, procedures, and radiographic studies.
Monitor or assist with scheduling of tests by patients.
Provide warfarin management guidance, refills and orders as needed (ie. coumadin clinic)
Formulate and implement protocols to improve efficiency in the practice.
Effectively communicate with family or patients in person, telephone and/or other electronic modalities in a timely manner.
Confer with attending physician as needed, when patient requests it, or if the patient’s problem is beyond his/her clinical comfort and experience.
Provide both initial and ongoing assessment and management of inpatient and emergency room consults when needed
Document patient care activity appropriately in Apex and close all encounters within 48 hours.
Work and interface with vendors as may be needed for patient care
Perform other duties as set in the “Scope and Setting of Practice,” and additional roles and responsibilities.
Work cooperatively with others.
Maintain open communication channels with all members of the health care team.
Communicate well with patients and families.
Knowledgeable about and adhere to all applicable Medical Center and department specific infection control, health and safety policies and procedures, including annual safety training.
Maintain a safe, clean, and functional work environment.
Provide exemplary customer service.
Must document competent performance of the skills required to perform in the role described.
Excellent verbal and written communication, computer and interpersonal skills to interact effectively and professionally with a diverse clinician and patient population.