Physician Assistant - Cardiology Center

Kaweah Delta Health Care District•Visalia, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Kaweah Health is seeking a Physician Assistant to join their Cardiology Center. This role functions as a member of a health care team, delivering quality healthcare under the supervision of a physician. Kaweah Health is a community healthcare organization in central California, serving the greater Visalia area with comprehensive health services across an eight-campus healthcare district. They emphasize making a difference in the health of patients, loved ones, and the community.

Requirements

Licensed CA Physician Assistant
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration
BLS
Graduate of a PA program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (or approved predecessor agencies); or Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
Prior to hire, HR must receive clearance from KH Medical Staff office that the medical staff credentialing process is complete.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

Secures a complete health history, including obstetric, gynecologic, contraceptive, medical, surgical, family health, and psychosocial aspects, and records findings accurately and succinctly.
Performs appropriate general examinations, diagnostic tests, and other specialized procedures as indicated by patient history and complaints, according to protocol.
Provides specialized and/or advanced practice services within the scope of training.
Provides relevant patient instruction and education, including medication information, disease education, health promotion, and care instructions.
Follows up on all abnormal findings in a timely manner, responds to patient clinical needs, and refers to other providers as appropriate.
Charts all information regarding the client's examination and plans for treatment within the electronic medical record, ensuring chart review meets quality improvement standards and completes timely chart documentation.
Consults with assigned supervising physician when necessary, reviewing complex cases in accordance with appropriate protocols (e.g., NP protocols or PA service agreement).
Pursues and completes ongoing, high-level continuing medical education activities.
Shares new clinical practice updates or information with the APP team and clinical leadership.
Attends APP and clinical site meetings to stay current with organization communication and priorities.
Participates and engages in organizational quality improvement initiatives.
Provides feedback and input on clinical processes.
Coordinates clinic coverage with other providers and provides backup coverage as needed.
Provides care delivery within a team-based, patient-centered approach.
Engages the patient and their family in the decision-making process regarding their care.
Utilizes care team members appropriately (e.g., pharmacy, care coordinators, dieticians).
Utilizes evidence-based practice guidelines and resources for clinical practice.
Works collaboratively with all members of the care team and support staff.
Acts as a clinical team leader for safety, training, and support of staff as indicated.
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and services appropriate to the population served on the assigned unit or work area.
Knowledgeable of growth and development for all patient/family cultural, linguistic, spiritual, gender, and age-specific needs.
Able to effectively communicate and care for patient and family as reflected in the Plan for Provision of Care.
Performs other duties as assigned.