Physician Assistant, Family & Internal Medicine Float - 2025 Soquel Avenue

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! 

Organization:

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation SCD

Position Overview:

Delivers primary health care to patients by assessing physical and psychosocial conditions, such as acute or chronic illness or injuries, and providing medical consultation and treatment under physician supervision. Physician Assistant practice is per California Physician Assistant regulations and the delegation of service agreement between the Physician Assistant and the supervising physician.

Job Description:

EDUCATION
Master's Degree

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE
PA-Physician Assistant
CSRC-Controlled Substance Registered Certification (DEA)
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:
6 months related clinical experience

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Medical knowledge and skills applicable to perform within the scope of practice
Thorough knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology
Working knowledge of electronic health records such as EPIC, preferred
Critical thinking skills as it relates to specialized departments this may include the ability to complete age-appropriate assessments
Communication skills (verbal, written and listening) with ability to work effectively across the organization, especially in situations requiring instructing, persuading, negotiating, consulting and advising.
Technical and analytical skills for analysis and interpretation of test procedures and results in order to determine appropriate correction actions
Interpersonal skills with the ability to work with and collaborate across the organization and with patients and their families as needed
Ability to effectively lead, mentor and/or develop others
Math aptitude skills: i.e calculation of drug doses
Computer skills to include entering accurate information into practice management and electronic health record
Ability to lift and position patients properly using best practices
Ability to maintain composure during challenging interpersonal interactions
Active listening skills
Ability to sit or stand for long periods
Applies mental application and concentration to handle varying procedures and interruptions:

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS
See required physical demands, mental components, visual activities & working conditions at the following link:

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

Yes

Position Status:

Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

This position may regularly work, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drug(s) identified as hazardous, or potentially hazardous, by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) for purposes of USP 800.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $85.57 to $113.41 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.