Physician Assistant

JOB SUMMARY:This Critical Care Physician Assistant (PA) position in the CTICU is accountable for a defined patient population under the supervision of an ICU-credentialed physician. Implements the role of expert practitioner, consultant, educator, and researcher within a specialized area of patient care. Provides preventive, diagnostic, and therapeutic healthcare services within the scope of licensure and in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. Some positions will be responsible for being on call according to a predetermined schedule or as needed, pursuant to hospital needs. Credentialed in Med Staff with critical-care-defined competencies/procedures.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Master's Degree in a Physician Assistant ProgramCurrent PA licensure in CaliforniaBLS for Health Providers (AHA)Ped Adv Life Support Prov(AHA)Certification: Physician Assistant, National CommissionDrug Enforcement Agency, DEA: DEA Controlled Substance II, IIn, III, IIIn, IV, V as required by department, dependent on scope of practice; If employee required to have DEA, Employee will request Medical Staff Privileges via the Med Staff Privilege form and will go through the AHP Med staff privileging process to prescribe Controlled Substances 2-5 privileges. Current DEA certificate will be tracked and maintained by Medical Staff Office.Medicare Billing number (NPI-National Provider Identifier) upon hire but no later than by 3 months of employmentSuccessfully complete the credentialing process through Medical Staff ServicesPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:NRP Advanced Provider (AAP)2 years of experience as CTICU Physician Assistant2 years of experience in a direct clinical care position within specialty area if no CTICU PA experienceThe Nurse Practitioner, Critical Care delivers primary care to acute, critical, complex and chronically ill patient population collaboratively with the Division of Cardiology and Cardiac Intensivist teams. The Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive: physical assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation for patients and their families. The Nurse Practitioner also provides acute resuscitation, on-going multi-disciplinary medical management, transitional care to sub-acute areas, critical care consultations and evaluations, psychosocial support, and health education to patients and their families in the critical care arena. The Nurse Practitioner also functions as a clinical leader, consultant, and educator in collaboration with physicians, nurses, and all healthcare team members. The Nurse Practitioner supports the philosophies of the department and is evaluated by nursing and medical staff. The Critical Care Nurse Practitioner also performs under standardized procedures within the critical care specialties per Medical Staff privileges. This unit is a 24/7 operation.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Master's DegreeBLS for Health Providers (AHA)California RN LicenseNP Furnishing, CANurse Practitioner, CAPed Adv Life Support Prov(AHA)Medicare Billing number (NPI- National Provider Identifier)National NP certification obtained within 6 months of employmentSuccessfully complete the credentialing process through Medical Staff ServicesPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:2 Years of ExperiencePed Adv Life Supp Instr (AHA)2 years experience in clinical nursing within in Pediatric Critical Care (PICU, NICU, CTICU)National Acute Care NP certificationThe current salary range for this position is $74.51 to $102.45Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the “date posted” until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance and even pet insurance A Retirement plan with company matching A Wellness program Tuition Assistance Employee Recognition Awards & Team Rady (an annual event honoring all employees) Discounts on events and attractions around San Diego Many other opportunities to give back and have fun