Dignity Health

Urology Physician Assistant (PA)

Dignity Health$138K — $182K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
  • Current and unrestricted California NP or PA license
  • National certification (AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA)

Responsibilities

  • Assist with rounding and post-operative care both in hospital and clinic settings
  • Provide patient care within your professional scope
  • Obtain medical histories and conduct physical examinations
  • Formulate differential diagnoses and establish treatment plans with supervising physicians
  • Write orders and prescribe medications, including controlled substances
  • Educate and counsel patients and their families on treatment plans
  • Document all hospital and departmental tasks accurately and promptly

Benefits

  • Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
  • 100% employer-paid medical and dental coverage for you and your family
  • Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
  • 401(k) plan with employer matching
  • Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance
Full Job Description
Job Summary and Responsibilities

Mercy Medical Group (MMG), a multi-specialty group in the Sacramento region, is looking to add a Physician Assistant provider to its busy Urology department. MMG clinicians provide services to patients at Dignity Health Medical Foundation’s Mercy Medical Group locations throughout Sacramento.

 

This position involves outpatient clinic responsibilities. These duties will include new patient consults and returning office visits, patient education, and responding to patient inquiries for a wide variety of urologic problems. Additional duties of hospital rounds for post-op care may be included periodically.

 

The work schedule is Monday through Friday with no nights/ no call responsibilities.

 

 

Opportunity Highlights

  • Helps with rounding, postop care in the hospital and clinic, and seeing some non-operative referrals
  • Provides patient care within the scope of practice
  • Obtains medical history, performs physical examinations, formulates differential diagnoses, and establishes treatment plans in collaboration with the treating physician
  • Writes orders and prescribes medications, including controlled substances.
  • Instructs and counsels patients and their families regarding diagnoses and treatment plans
  • Completes all hospital and department documentation accurately and within designated timeframes.
  • Acts as a liaison between physicians, nursing departments, and ancillary staff on behalf of patients and their families.
  • Complies with all legal restrictions regarding lines of authority, supervision, and communication.

 

 

Compensation and Benefits

  • Competitive Compensation:$138,034 - $182,231 +bonus DOE
  • Sign on bonus and relocation assistance
  • Comprehensive health benefits including 100% employer-paid medical and dental for you and your family
  • PSLF Eligible
  • 401(k) plan with employer matching
  • CME Allowance
Job Requirements
  • Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
  • Current and unrestricted California NP or PA license
  • National certification (AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA)
Where You99ll Work

Mercy Medical Group (MMG) is a dynamic, growing organization with a long-standing history of providing exceptional medical care in the Sacramento area. MMG is a large multi-specialty medical group of 500+ providers comprised of primary care physicians, specialists in more than 30 medical and surgical specialties, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners. These professionals provide seamless primary and specialty care, working together to meet the unique needs of each individual patient.

 

Dignity Health is a member of CommonSpirit Health, one of the nation99s largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people. #HEC

 

Community Description

Sacramento, California99s capital city, offers a dynamic blend of urban sophistication and natural beauty. Known as America99s Farm-to-Fork Capital, the city features a thriving food scene, a rich arts and cultural community, and an abundance of outdoor recreational opportunities. With proximity to Lake Tahoe, Napa Valley, San Francisco, and the Sierra Nevada, residents enjoy convenient access to weekend getaways and adventure. Sacramento also boasts top-rated schools, several major universities, and a more affordable cost of living compared to other major California cities94making it an ideal place for both personal and professional growth.

About Dignity Health

Dignity Health is a health care provider that operates hospitals and clinics in California, Arizona, and Nevada. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. Dignity Health provides a range of services, including emergency care, cancer care, and women's health. The company has over 60,000 employees and is committed to providing high-quality, affordable health care to its patients.
Learn more about Dignity Health
Size
60,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1954

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