Description

This is a very rewarding practice managing patients from teenagers to nonagenarians, from a spectrum of ethnic groups and socioeconomic levels. There is the opportunity for performing Endocrine consultations as well as the option to foster a provider/patient relationship with many of the patients who continue Endocrine management with the practice for years. This is a small private practice with two other providers offering the opportunity for more independence while managing patients.

San Diego Coastal Endocrinology is a specialty practice that addresses disorders of the endocrine system. We provide compassionate care and treatment for even the most complex hormone disorders. The Physician Assistant (PA)role will provide a high level of customer service in a manner consistent with our mission and goals. Physician Assistant will provide health care services to patients under the direction of a physician. PA's are academically and clinically trained to perform many of the routine but time-consuming tasks that physicians usually do and are accountable for their own actions and accountable to their supervising physicians.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $130,000.00 per year

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Examines patient, takes medical history, records results, and makes preliminary diagnosis or decides on follow-up procedures.
• Administers and orders diagnostic tests such as x-rays, electrocardiograms, and blood work, and interprets test results.
• Performs therapeutic procedures such as immunizations, injections, suturing and wound care, and managing infection.
• Exercises professional judgment regarding consultation with supervising physicians concerning appropriate treatment.
• Develops and implements patient care plans, instructs and counsels patients, and records progress.
• Prescribes medications to the extent allowable by state guidelines and clinic regulations.
• Incorporates the 5 Must Haves of Service Excellence (AIDET) (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank you) into all patient and customer interactions.
• Provides general health education regarding matters such as proper diet, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance.
• Assists physician with emergency treatments and more complex procedures.
• Inform physicians about any problems or discrepancies that might arise
• Attendance, promptness, professionalism, the ability to pay attention to detail, cooperativeness with co-workers and supervisors, and politeness to customers, vendors, and patients.
• Maintains the strictest confidentiality in accordance with all relevant HIPAA rules/regulations and office policy and procedures.
• Attends training, meetings, and courses as required.
• Provides additional assistance within and outside of the clinical arena, as requested and/or as appropriate, to ensure the ongoing success of the organization.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)/MA in Physician Assistant Studies, Health Science or Medical Science
• Ability to commute/relocate: Chula Vista, CA 91910: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work
• Physician Assistant License

Experience:

• Completion of a four-year physician assistant baccalaureate program and a year of clinical training, or;
• Completion of a two-year accredited physician assistant program (which requires two years of undergraduate study) plus two years of clinical training following completion of PA program.
• State accreditation based on certifying exam.
• One year or more of practice experience preferred but new grads are also considered. We are currently managing patients during in office visits as well as by Telehealth .
• Continued employment requires 100 hours of continuing medical education every two years and passing a recertification examination every six years.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English a plus.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

• No call or weekend coverage

San Diego Coastal Endocrinology is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.