Alameda Health System

Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner (PA/NP)

Alameda Health System$183K — $243K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of direct patient care experience as a Mid-Level Practitioner.
  • Completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant training program.
  • Current certifications from recognized bodies (ANCC, AANP, NCCPA) depending on role.
  • Valid California nursing license or Physician Assistant certification.
  • Preferred specialty training experience in areas such as Cardiology, Neurology, or Pediatrics.

Responsibilities

  • Consult with physicians regarding patient health statuses and refer complex cases accordingly.
  • Order and perform diagnostic tests following established protocols.
  • Conduct comprehensive patient histories and physical examinations in specialty clinics.
  • Develop personalized care plans through collaboration with physicians and other professionals.
  • Evaluate and provide patient care based on defined protocols and quality standards.
  • Educate patients and families about health practices and wellness strategies.
  • Participate in performance reviews when necessary.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health care benefits for eligible employees.
  • Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
  • Retirement benefits with employer matching contributions.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Supportive work environment with team collaboration.
Full Job Description
Highland Hospital, located in Oakland, California, is a Level 1 Trauma Center serving a diverse patient population in the East Bay Area. As a provider of care to all patients, Alameda Health System delivers high-quality, accessible care to our community's most vulnerable patients. Our Trauma Team plays a critical role in the hospital's mission, of serving all.

We are seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our Trauma Team, primarily in the ICU. This role involves managing critically injured trauma patients, performing procedures, participating in rounds, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the highest level of care.

While prior trauma or critical care experience is preferred, we encourage new graduates or those eager to learn and grow in the field of acute trauma and critical care medicine to apply.

If you are passionate about trauma care and want to be part of a dedicated, mission-driven team, we encourage you to apply!

SUMMARY: Under general direction, assesses, evaluates and manages the health care needs of patients. Performs selected diagnostic and therapeutic tasks. Provides health care services and performs clinical procedures that require possession of advanced knowledge and skills and the exercise of a high degree of clinical judgment in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients. Performs related duties as required.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: NOTE: Following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual in the classification.

1. Consults with physicians as necessary regarding health status of patients; refers complex cases to appropriate resources.

2. May participate in annual performance reviews as needed.

3. Orders and/or performs laboratory and screening tests in accordance with approved protocol.

4. Performs history and complete physical examinations of patients either in a general medical setting or within the context of specialty clinics to which assigned; assesses the clinical status of patients; establishes and maintains health records.

5. Plans a program of care, seeking consultation with physicians, other professional staff, patients and families as needed or as required. Formulates problem lists based on clinical findings.

6. Provides and evaluates patient care according to protocol's and quality assurance program criteria.

7. Teaches patients, families and staff; provides counseling services related to promoting good health practices.

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience: Demonstrated experience which would provide the knowledge and skill necessary for successful performance as a Mid-Level Practitioner.

Preferred Experience: One year in area of specialty (i.e. Cardiology, Neurology, G.I, Rheumatology, Orthopedics, Hematology, etc.), PG Residency of ED experience or post-graduate training in area of responsibility.

Preferred Licenses/Certification: ACLS, ATLS, SART, dependent on area of specialty.

Preferred Licenses/Certification: BLS - Basic Life Support Certification issued by the American Heart Association.

Preferred Licenses/Certification: PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification- AHA American Heart Association (Required for Emergency Department or if overseeing or providing pediatric care on a regular basis).

Required Education: Successful completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner training program that conforms to the Board of Registered Nursing standards; OR successful completion of a Physician Assistant program of instruction in primary health care approved by the Physician Assisting Examining Committee; OR NCCPA for Physician's Assistant.; graduate of an accredited Nursing program required; Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.

Required Licenses/Certifications: For Nurse Practitioners, possession of a current Furnishing Number issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing AND Certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) OR American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP); OR Certification by the National Certification Corporation as a Women's Health Care Nurse Practitioner (WHNP).

Required Licenses/Certifications: For Physician Assistants, a valid Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Number AND Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).

Required Licenses/Certifications: Possession of a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse and certification as a Nurse Practitioner issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing; OR possession of a valid Certificate as a Physician Assistant issued by the California Board of MedicalQuality Assurance.

PAY RANGE: $88.11/Hour - $117.05/Hour

The pay range for this position reflects the base pay scale for the role at Alameda Health System. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licenses and certifications, departmental equity, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and the operational needs of the organization. Alameda Health System also offers eligible positions a generous comprehensive benefits program.

About Alameda Health System

Alameda Health System (AHS) is a public health care provider and medical training institution in Oakland, California. It is a network of hospitals, clinics, and health services that provides medical care to Alameda County residents. AHS is a safety-net provider, meaning it serves a high proportion of low-income and uninsured patients. The system includes four hospitals, four wellness centers, and a skilled nursing facility. AHS also operates residency programs for physicians and other medical professionals.
Learn more about Alameda Health System
Size
4,500 employees
Industry
Net Income
-$12 million
5 Year Trend
-2%
Revenue
$787 million

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