Physician Assistant - Hematology (pediatric)

Position Summary:
The Physician Assistant is an integral part of the oncology team, performing assessments of patients, coordinating follow-up care, ordering chemotherapy and participating in oncology rounds. This position would include performing assigned procedures such as lumbar punctures and bone marrow aspirates, supporting ambulatory case management, and managing assigned outpatient oncology clinic and infusion center patients. This position will support the ambulatory oncology team at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland. The Physician Assistant facilitates the provision of optimum health care of oncology patients and their families in conjunction with other health care team members. 

Position Requirements:
Education: Completion of Physician Assistant Program
License/Certification: Licensed to practice as a Physician Assistant in the state of California.  BLS
Experience: Experience in pediatric patient care, required.  Specialized educational preparation and/or extensive clinical experience in oncology area.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Computer knowledge. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team. Ability to work independently, problem solve, and prioritize demands. Utilization management or experience with health care provider systems. Knowledge of pediatric conditions is highly desired.  Must possess appropriate evaluation techniques, and ability to develop and implement treatment plans.  
Medical Staff Membership: Required in order to practice at this facility

Physical Requirements: 
Sit: Up to 6 hours/day
Stand/Walk: Up to 6 hours
Bend/Stoop: Up to 3 hours
Reach: Up to 6 hours
Rep Use of UE/Grasp: Up to 6 hrs
Lift/Push/Pull: 25lbs, over 25# with assistance or equipment
This job requires the ability to hear alarms clients and/or instruction. The ability to see accurately from 20 inches to 20-ft. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function of this position.

UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status. UCSF Benioff Hospital is a smoke free environment. UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital seeks candidates whose skills, and personal and professional experience, have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence, and the communities we serve.

Contact:
Leilani Patacsi - APP & Physician Recruiter 
Leilani.Patacsil@ucsf.edu