Physician Assistant​/Pediatrics​/California​/Locum Tenens​/Physician Assistant

Job no: 551295
Work type: Staff
Location: Long Beach
Categories: Unit 2 - CSUEU - Health Care Support, Temporary, Full Time

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the physician, Physician Assistant incumbent performs medical diagnostic and treatment in the fields of primary care, reproductive health, eating disorders, and performs minor surgical care for California State University Long Beach (CSULB) students.

Furthermore, the incumbent provides services that are equitable, inclusive and provide culturally sensitive services that enhance the quality of campus life. This position uses a student centered and equity minded approach in all communication and service efforts.

CSULB has been recognized as one of the Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs in 2024.

• Provides direct patient care for students with eating disorders. Performs intakes and assessments of students with diagnosed/undiagnosed eating disorders and/or disordered eating
• Provides primary & reproductive health care services. Adheres to the established hours of clinic operation by being on time and remaining on duty as scheduled unless approved by the Medical Director. Special activities may involve occasional coverage outside usual SHS hours.
• Participates in SHS Committees, special projects, work related activities

Oral communication skills to communicate diplomatically and effectively with co-workers, staff and departmental staff. Ability to work as part of a team through close collaboration with colleagues and coordinate with others. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and maintain a positive and respectful attitude. Ability to consistently report to work on time prepared to perform the duties of the position.

Ability to follow work protocols, safe work practices, and maintain a working knowledge of standard safety procedures.

Adhere to professional standards, policies, clinician protocols, and regulations established by Student Health Services. Complies with HIPAA Health Care Privacy and Security Law. Complies with SHS policies, procedures, and guidelines. Computer skills strongly preferred for health information technology. Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with university students and convey medical information. Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records. Experience working with a diverse group of individuals, providing professional service.

Provides high-quality, evidence-based care services in accordance with the principles of professional practice and ethical conduct.

Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community. Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student, and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."

REQUIRED:

• Equivalent to an academic degree or certificate from an approved college or university-based physician assistant medical training program, and sufficient experience to independently perform the scope of practice identified for the position

• Experience in eating disorder management

• Occasional evening and/or weekends based on operational needs.

PREFERRED:

• Experience in both primary care and reproductive health strongly preferred

• Occasional coverage outside usual and customary SHS hours, including evenings and weekends.

Heavy work - Job involves lifting more than 40 pounds. Approximately half of the incumbent's time will be spent walking, standing, squatting, kneeling, or climbing.

• Possession of a valid license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of California. If delegated authority to transmit medications, incumbents must possess and maintain a valid California transmitting number and a valid DEA number and certificate

• Current and unrestricted Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Certificate

• Possess and maintain a valid CPR/AED certification

PREFERRED:

• History of BLS training and current BLS Certificate strongly preferred
• National certification

ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)

Student Health Services

Physician Assistant

Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department?s fiscal resources.

CSU Classification Salary Range: The CSU Classification Salary Range for this position is $6,712- $12,952 per month.

1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week.

This is a temporary position for one year with no permanent status granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date.

Excellent benefits through CalPERS (health, vision, dental), tuition fee waiver, generous vacation and sick leave, and 14…