Job Information
Dignity Health Urology Physician Assistant in Sacramento, California
Overview
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 will involve both 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.
Mercy Medical Group offers a competitive compensation and excellent benefits package including bonus potential, full health/dental insurance, CME stipend, malpractice insurance, and retirement plan.
Compensation Range: $133,000 - $176,000 / Year
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.
MMG clinicians provide services to patients at Dignity Health Medical Foundation locations throughout Sacramento. Mercy Medical Group is aligned with Dignity Health, operating on a medical foundation model. Dignity Health is one of the largest healthcare systems in the nation, and the largest healthcare system in California, with more than 40 hospitals and 400 care centers serving communities across California, Arizona, and Nevada.
Dignity Health is a part of CommonSpirit ® , one of the nation's largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people.
Community Description
Nestled in beautiful Northern California, Sacramento is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in America. The capital city of California serves as the political nucleus of one of the nation's most influential states, the sixth-largest economy in the world. The area offers a wide variety of activities to enjoy, including fine dining, shopping, biking, boating, river rafting, skiing, or attending one of many different cultural events. Because of its central location, Lake Tahoe, San Francisco, the vineyards of Napa Valley, and the historical Gold Rush towns of the foothills are all within easy driving distance.
Responsibilities
Patient Assessment and Diagnosis:
Conduct comprehensive health assessments.
Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses.
Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
Treatment Planning and Management:
Develop and implement patient care plans.
Prescribe medications and therapies.
Provide health promotion and disease prevention education.
Collaboration and Consultation:
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals.
Consult with physicians and specialists as needed.
Coordinate patient care across various settings.
Qualifications
1+ years of experience in both the clinical and surgical setting
Urology-specific experience and laparoscopic first assisting are highly desirable
A valid and unrestricted license to practice in the State of California
Nationally recognized certification (as determined by Medicare)
Completion of state mandated educational courses
Pay Range
$64.00 - $85.00 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.