Physician Assistant PD - Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery (BCH-Oakland)

UCSF • Oakland, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland is seeking a collaborative, compassionate Physician Assistant to join its Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery team. The role primarily provides independent coverage for Saturday orthopedic clinics approximately one to two times per month at satellite locations in Walnut Creek and the greater East Bay. The PA evaluates and manages pediatric orthopedic patients, including those with acute injuries and fractures, patients returning for follow-up, and patients receiving postoperative care, while collaborating with orthopedic surgeons and the APP team. The position requires flexibility to work at UCSF Health facilities and locations.

Requirements

• Graduate of a PA program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA).
• At least one year of clinical experience as a PA in the same specialty and setting.
• Unrestricted California Physician Assistant license.
• National Board Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration with Schedules 2, 2N, 3, 3N, 4, and 5 registered to a California address.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Judgment skills to effectively meet patient needs.
• Self-direction and organizational skills to function independently.
• Ability to cope with personal stress experienced by healthcare providers and team members.

Nice To Haves

• At least 12 months of PA experience in orthopedics within the past five years, including independent ambulatory patient encounters and fracture management.
• Ability to interpret X-rays and MRI.
• California driver license, if required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Provide independent coverage for Saturday orthopedic clinics approximately one to two times per month.
• Evaluate and manage pediatric orthopedic patients, including acute injuries, fractures, follow-up visits, and postoperative care.
• Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons and the APP team.
• Meet hospital credentialing and billing standards as a billable provider.
• Submit health plan enrollment, including Medicare, Medicaid, commercial plans, and CCS for pediatric providers, by the first clinical day.
• Adhere to UCSF Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, Code of Conduct, PRIDE values, and applicable policies and procedures.
• Follow UCSF policies regarding HIPAA, privacy, communication, documentation, encounter closure, and billing.
• Attend Office of Advanced Practice Providers Orientation Sessions and the APP Onboarding Series.
• Work at UCSF Health facilities and locations as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers