A Brief OverviewThe Physician Assistant (PA) functions under this Physician Assistant Job Description approved by the Interdisciplinary Practice Committee (IDPC). Specific functions pertaining to the Service, Clinic or Department are established by the PA and his/her supervising physician(s), and approved by the appropriate medical and nursing administrators, the IDPC, the Credentials & Privileges Committee, the Stanford Hospital and Clinics (SHC) Medical Executive Committee and the SHC Board Credentials, Policies and Procedures Committee.
LocationsStanford Health Care
What you will do- Employees must abide by all Joint Commission requirements including, but not limited to, sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patients' rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.
- A. A PA may provide only those medical services which he/she is competent to perform, which are consistent with the PA's education, training and experience.
- B. A PA shall consult with a physician regarding any task, procedure or diagnostic problem which the PA determines exceeds his/her level of competence or shall refer such cases to a supervising physician.
- C. Scope of Practice of the PA:
- 1. Evaluates and treats patients with acute, chronic complaints and health maintenance concerns related to specialty.
- 2. Obtains complete histories and performs pertinent physical exams with assessment of normal and abnormal findings on new and return patients.
- 3. Performs or requests and evaluates diagnostic studies as indicated upon evaluation of the patient.
- Orders or furnishes medications under physician supervision, in accordance with the practice agreement, consistent with the PA's educational preparation and training, and upon completion of a California Physician Assistant Board approved controlled substance course.
- a. All PA's who are credentialed and privileged by April, 2021 who have not completed a controlled substance course must successfully complete the course by August 31, 2021 during which time patient specific approval of a medication order by a supervising physician is obtained, documented in the medical record, and is co-signed. [see Standardized Procedure: Administering, Ordering, Furnishing or Prescribing of Drugs; Formulary Protocol]
- 4. Orders and collects specimens for routine laboratory tests, screening procedures and therapeutic procedures, including blood and blood products.
- 5. Orders physical therapy, occupational therapy, respiratory therapy, radiology examinations and nursing services.
- 6. Performs designated procedures after demonstrated competency, according to written standardized procedures where applicable.
- 7. Obtains informed consent, as indicated.
- 8. Initiates arrangements for hospital admissions and discharges and completes appropriate paperwork.
- 9. As directed by the supervising physician, enrolls patients in investigational studies approved by the Investigational Review Board (IRB), and orders the necessary tests and medications. [see Standardized Procedure : Administering, Ordering, Furnishing or Prescribing of Drugs; Formulary Protocol] Medications that are not FDA-approved or are used for a non-FDA- approved indication (off-label use) require a patient-specific order in advance from the supervising physician.
- 10. After appropriate training, assists the supervising physician in the operating room (OR).
- a. Acts as first or second assistant under the supervision of an approved supervising physician.
- b. Performs surgical procedures in the personal presence of the supervising physician.
- 11. Recognizes and considers age-specific needs of patients.
- 12. Effectively communicates and interacts with patients, families, staff and members of the community from diverse backgrounds.
- 13. Recognizes situations which require the immediate attention of a physician, and initiates life-saving procedures when necessary.
- 14. Facilitates the coordination of inpatient and outpatient care and services as needed.
- 15. Facilitates collaboration between providers and coordination of community resources.
- 16. Ensures compliance with legal, regulatory and clinical policies and procedures.
- 17. Participates in quality improvement initiatives.
- 18. Provides and coordinates patient teaching and counseling.
Education Qualifications- BACHELOR'S DEGREE IN NURSING FROM AN ACCREDITED UNIVERSITY.
- Note: PAs hired prior to July 1, 2012 are not subject to this educational requirement
• Graduate of a PA program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc. B.
Licenses and Certifications- PA - Physician Assistant State Licensure
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- DEA - Drug Enforcement Administration
Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $91.68 - $121.48 per hour
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.
