(PA) Sr. Physician Assistant - Occupational Med - 137401

UC San Diego Health is founded on personal relationships and a patient-centered care model that prioritizes our patients' needs. The Sr. Physician Assistant (PA) will evaluate and treat UCSD employees referred for work-related injuries and illnesses. The PA conducts occupational health exams, including pre-employment, surveillance, and return-to-work assessments. Ensure timely and accurate documentation to meet Workers' Compensation and OSHA requirements. Consult with other clinical staff, residents, and NP students on medical issues. Engage with clients and stakeholders through regular communication, marketing, and site visits to foster ongoing, mutually beneficial relationships.

Under general supervision, the PA performs operational-level duties as described in the UCSD Performance Policy. The primary emphasis of this position is delivering direct patient care. Assignments at this level primarily involve managing patients who present with chronic and/or episodic health problems. Assignments may include responsibility for occasional community teaching programs, participation in program planning, and development of patient education information.

• Must be a graduate from a physician assistant program approved by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA).

• California Physician Assistant (PA) license.

• Current PA Certification from NCCPA.

• BLS/CPR certification at time of hire with commitment to get BART within 6 months of hire date.

• Minimum of two (2) years of work experience as a licensed Physician Assistant in Occupational Medicine, Primary Care, Urgent or Express Care environment.

• Ability to perform initial history, and physical examination, identify major medical problems, and formulate appropriate plans of action.

• Ability to manage own patient load.

• Proven knowledge of common diagnostic tests, exams, and procedures used in clinic. Must understand purpose, required supplies and/or equipment, how to perform procedure accurately, infection control, and accurate documentation of medical chart.

• Three (3) or more years of recent PA experience in occupational or employee health/ surveillance.
• Work injury evaluation and management.
• Knowledge of UCSD Health policies and protocols.

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

• Must be able to obtain UCSD Medical Staff privileges and maintain during employment. Due to advanced practice credentialing eligibility, clinical advanced practice experience must be within the last two years gained through school or work experience.