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Responsible for ensuring the provision of high quality diagnostic imaging and radiation therapy treatments to patients in an

environment that meets established standards for radiation safety for staff, physicians, patients and the general public and in a manner that meets the service expectations of each of these groups.

Essential Responsibilities :

• Provides surveys, reports and consultation related to radiation safety for applicable facilities and / or patients that meet the organizations and regulatory standards in a timely manner.
• Develops and implements quality assurance and evaluation programs for applicable diagnostic imaging and / or radiation therapy equipment that insure high quality images and radiation treatments and that meet regulatory requirements.
• Monitors and reports quality assurance activities to insure adherence to established QA policies and procedures.
• Evaluates and reports the performance of this equipment in a timely manner and makes recommendations to improve quality.
• Maintains up-to-date technical knowledge of new and developing technologies and regulatory issues to support clinical and administrative decision-makers.
• Provides in-service training to staff and physicians, as necessary, to insure high quality images and radiation treatments, a radiation-safe environment, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Communicates to staff, physicians and patients in a manner that is precise, understandable, timely, constructive, and proactive and demonstrates excellent listening skills.
• Maintains working relationships that are professional, collaborative, team-oriented, responsive, thorough, cordial and that demonstrate flexibility, innovation, a broad view of issues, acceptance of full responsibility for assignments, and a solutions orientation.
• Services specific to Radiation Oncology :
• Performing calibration of all radiation therapy equipment, and Linear Accelerator commissioning.
• Implement LDR Brachytherapy Treatments for patients.
• Treatment planning including High Dose Rate Brachytherapy, Stereotactic Radiosurgery, IMRT, IGRT, 3-D Conformal for patient treatment.
• Implement and carry out Radiation Therapy Quality Assurance Program.
• Provides effective and comprehensive instruction in medical radiation physics to radiation oncology residents sufficient to pass the physics portion of the ABR certification exam.
• Note : Due to Kaiser internal policies and / or regulatory requirements, non-certified individuals can not be permitted to perform certain tasks and / or produce reports independently without the oversight by and the cosigning of a certified physicist.

Basic Qualifications :

Diagnostic Medical Physicist Experience :

• Minimum two (2) years of postgraduate degree experience in Diagnostic Medical Physics subspecialty.
• Experience in evaluating performance of diagnostic imaging systems.
• Experience in evaluating radiation safety status of machine and radioactive materials sources of ionizing radiation.
• Experience in designing, implementing, and monitoring quality assurance programs in diagnostic imaging.

Radiation Oncology Medical Physicist Experience :

• Minimum five (5) years of post-graduate clinical experience in radiation oncology (master's degree).
• Minimum two (2) years of post-graduate experience in radiation oncology (PhD).
• Experience in designing, implementing and monitoring Radiation Therapy quality assurance programs to ensure both patient safety and high quality treatment delivery.
• Experience performing calibration of all radiation therapy equipment.
• Brachytherapy experience.
• Treatment planning experience and QA for 3-D conformal, IMRT, IGRT.
• Experience commissioning linear accelerators.
• Experience with high dose rate delivery systems and stereotactic radiosurgery systems including planning and treatment.
• Experience in designing, implementing, and monitoring quality assurance programs.

Diagnostic Medical Physicist Education :

Master's degree or Ph.D. in medical physics or a related field (degree requirements waived if candidate meets certification requirements.)

Radiation Oncology Medical Physicist Education :

Master's degree in medical physics OR PhD in medical physics.

Diagnostic Medical Physicist :

Diagnostic Radiological Physics or Radiological Physics Licensure.

Radiation Therapy Physicist :

Therapeutic Radiological Physics or Radiological Physics Licensure.

Additional Requirements :

Condition for Employment : Complete certification by the ABR in the applicable sub-specialty by the end of the 4th complete calendar year following their initial start date as an MRP.

Failure to attain certification in the allotted time will result in termination of employment. A physicist's manager can extend this period by up to 12 months in special circumstances.

Must maintain their certification in the applicable sub-specialty with the ABR. Failure to do so will result in termination of employment.

A physicist's manager can waive this requirement under special circumstances for a period of up to 12 months if the physicist is making acceptable progress on the requirements for renewal of their certification.

• Incumbent medical radiation physicists, who have not already met the requirements above, will be required to complete this requirement by December 31, 2019 (4 calendar years).
• General knowledge of medical radiation physics, medical radiation safety and pertinent regulations.
• General knowledge of computers and their applications in diagnostic imaging.
• Good communication skills, demonstrated customer service skills and willingness to be part of a team.
• Must be able to work in a Labor / Management Partnership environment.

Preferred Qualifications :

Diagnostic Medical Physicist :

• Qualified to perform mammography surveys under MQSA - ABR certification in diagnostic radiological physics.
• Experience teaching Diagnostic Radiology residents.

Radiation Therapy Physicist :

• ABR certification in therapeutic radiological physics.
• Experience teaching Radiation Oncology residents.

PrimaryLocation : California,Los Angeles,4950 Sunset Radiation Center

HoursPerWeek : 20

Shift : Day

Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

WorkingHoursStart : 07 : 30 AM

WorkingHoursEnd : 06 : 00 PM

Job Schedule : Part-time

Job Type : Standard

Employee Status : Regular

Employee Group / Union Affiliation : NUE-SCAL-01 NUE Non Union Employee

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Job Category : Imaging & Radiology

Department : 4950 Sunset Medical Office - Radiation Therpy- Regular Clin - 0806

Travel : No

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

Under indirect supervision, performs a variety of diagnostic medical sonogrms (such as abdominal and OB / Gynecology ultrasound examinations) utilizing complex ultrasound equipment and transducers.

Essential Responsibilities :

• Customer Service :
• Is responsive to the needs of others by maintaining a professional behavior toward members and coworkers and creating a positive image for the department, as demonstrated by :
• Willingness to take the initiative to resolve member issues.
• Handling a high number of member contacts.
• Dealing with customer complaints in a positive way.
• Providing compassionate service.
• Treating coworkers with respect and appreciation.
• Fostering teamwork and thinking positively.
• Identifies the impact of cultural diversity and lifestyle choices on patient condition and makes accommodations for such differences.
• Demonstrates competency and understands the overall operational functions of the department to include all reception duties and cashier functions.
• Observes regional radiation and department safety policies.
• Age Specific Criteria.
• Neonatal.
• Pediatric.
• Adolescent.
• Adult
• Periatric.
• Adjusts technical factors relative to the requirements of the study and the physical maturation of the patient.
• Modifies patient positioning techniques relative to the patient's physical and cognitive abilities.
• Always takes special care in handling, positioning and / or restraining infants and geriatric patients to avoid injury or excessive radiation exposure.
• Demonstrates competence and understands the overall operational function of the department to include scheduling of patient appointments by telephone, mail, or in person utilizing OPAS.
• Demonstrates competence in the operation of diagnostic ultrasound equipment, real-time and mobile, to obtain quality diagnostic images.
• Consistently selects correct technical factors relative to the requirements of the study and the patient's age and body habitus.
• Consistently selects equipment settings and appropriate transducers in accordance with department protocols and patient body habitus.
• Consistently processes hard copy images properly, utilizing automated equipment.
• Properly and consistently follows specific infection control techniques relative to ultrasound imaging (e.g., cold sterilization of probes, use of condoms on endocavity probes, etc.).
• Routinely manipulates transducer appropriately to obtain the desired images.
• Exercises good clinical judgment.
• Consults with the radiologist or other clinician for purposes of clarifying orders.
• Selects alternate or additional views appropriately relative to the patient's condition.
• Does not attempt to perform an exam in any case in which it cannot be performed safely and / or properly.
• Consistently demonstrates the ability to differentiate between normal and abnormal anatomy.
• Documents clinical activities in a timely, comprehensive and accurate manner.
• Completes and initials the standard consultation form and the Radiology Processing Record accurately and immediately following each procedure.
• Routinely documents patient history relative to previous surgery, childbirth and other conditions which could affect the ultrasonic image of internal organs.
• Additional Performance Standards for Lead DMS.
• Provides effective functional direction to assigned staff.
• Consistently assigns work to staff appropriately so that exams are performed in a timely manner.
• Routinely provides timely feedback to management regarding operational problems and personnel issues.
• Communicates effectively with other departments to promote positive interdepartmental relationships.
• Demonstrates organizational skills and creativity in the resolution of operations problems within the department.
• Organizational Rules, Policies and Procedures :
• Observes all applicable regional, medical center, and department policies and procedures.
• Quality of Service :
• Maintains standards of professional behavior established to enhance quality of service.
• Greets members promptly and courteously with eye contract and a pleasant expression and tone of voice.
• Informs members of reason for any delays or anticipated delays in their care.
• Treats all patients in accordance with the Patient's Bill of Rights.
• Conducts only work related conversations when members are waiting for service.
• Communication :
• Demonstrates good communication skills.
• Communicates verbally in a clear and concise manner.
• Demonstrates courteous and appropriate telephone skills.
• Speaks English in the presence of patients except as required to interpret for non English speaking patients.
• In writing, communicates accurately, completely, and legibly, and routes such communication appropriately and in a timely manner.
• Professional Maturity :
• Demonstrates professional maturity in all interactions with patient and staff.
• Strives to maintain good working relationships and rapport with patients, other members of the department and the health care team.
• Is flexible and cooperative about schedule changes made to maximize productivity and efficiency.
• Responds appropriately to constructive criticism from supervisors and peers.
• Functions independently within defined scope of position.
• Productivity :
• Meets productivity norms achieved by peers within the department or the Region.
• Equipment, Supplies and Work Area :
• Maintains equipment, supplies and work area in accordance with department guidelines.
• Keeps equipment and work area clean at all times.
• Routinely handles equipment with care to avoid damage.
• Reports equipment malfunctions to supervisory staff promptly.
• Reports to Assistant Director, Diagnostic Imaging.
• Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed.

Basic Qualifications :

Experience

N / A.

Education

• Graduate of a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited ultrasound program or a graduate from a Diagnostic Medical Sonography program with two (2) years of experience as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in a major medical center.
• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.

License, Certification, Registration

• Current American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) certification to include registries of physics, abdomen, Obstetrics / Gynecology and one (1) additional registry in the following : Breast (BR), Fetal Echo (FE) or Pediatric (PS).
• CPR (BLS-C, AHA approved course) (must be obtained during the probationary period).

Additional Requirements :

Competency in components of sonography as listed : routine abdomen; abdomen Doppler; small parts; thyroid; obstetrics / gynecology;

amniocenteses; fetal echocardiography; interventional procedures; breast studies; portable intra-operative studies; and portable neonatal studies.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Three (3) years experience as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in a major medical center.
• Experience with Acuson Sequoia, Philips iu-22 and Clickview ultrasound reporting package.

PrimaryLocation : California,San Diego,Zion Medical Center

HoursPerWeek : 32

Shift : Day

Workdays : Week 1 : Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri; Week 2 : Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun

WorkingHoursStart : 08 : 00 AM

WorkingHoursEnd : 04 : 30 PM

Job Schedule : Part-time

Job Type : Standard

Employee Status : Regular

Employee Group / Union Affiliation : B09 OPEIU Local 30

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Job Category : Imaging & Radiology

Department : ZION MEDICAL CENTER - Sonography-Day - 0806

Travel : Yes, 50 % of the Time

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

Under indirect supervision, performs a variety of diagnostic medical sonograms (such as abdominal and OB / Gynecology ultrasound examinations) utilizing complex ultrasound equipment and transducers.

Essential Responsibilities :

• Diagnostic Imaging 2008 Department Goals :
• Quality :
• Improve complete to sign Diagnostic Imaging Report Turnaround Time for outpatients. The Vandever Files Targeted Unit-Based Team (T-UBT) will be developing the metrics for this goal.
• Suggested areas of focus : Workflow / Processes, Inter-departmental Communication Resources,and Staffing.
• Service / Care Experience :
• Improve telephone response time to meet the established regional TSF (telephone service factor) standard of 80% of incoming calls answered within 2 minutes.
• Suggested areas of focus : Service, Staffing, Workflow / Processes, and Staff Education.
• Efficiency / Affordability :
• Support the Bend-the-Trend program by reducing NPR expenses by greater than 5%. The department Non-payroll Action Team will be developing the metrics for this goal.
• All managers and staff responsible for ordering have received NPR formulary with recommendations for using Corporate Express brand items in lieu of name brands.
• Access :
• Improve ultrasound access.
• Customer Service :
• Is responsive to the needs of others by maintaining a professional behavior toward members and coworkers and creating a positive image for the department, as demonstrated by : Willingness to take the initiative to resolve member issues.

Handling a high number of member contacts. Dealing with customer complaints in a positive way. Providing compassionate service.

Treating coworkers with respect and appreciation. Fostering teamwork and thinking positively.

• Models and reinforces ethical behavior in self and others in accordance to the Principles of Responsibility; adheres to organizational policies and guidelines;
• supports compliance initiatives; maintains confidences; admits mistakes; conducts business with honesty; shows consistency in words and actions;

follows through on commitments.

• Identifies the impact of cultural diversity and lifestyle choices on patient condition and makes accommodations for such differences.
• Demonstrates competency and understands the overall operational functions of the department to include all reception duties and cashier functions.

Observes regional radiation and department safety policies.

Age Specific Criteria Demonstrates an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional and chronological maturation process in delivery of services to patients of the age group served.

Able to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed in accordance with department policy.

Neonatal Pediatric Adolescent Adult Geriatric. Adjusts technical factors relative to the requirements of the study and the physical maturation of the patient.

Modifies patient positioning techniques relative to the patient's physical and cognitive abilities. Always takes special care in handling, positioning and / or restraining infants and geriatric patients to avoid injury or excessive radiation exposure.

• Demonstrates competence and understands the overall operational function of the department to include scheduling of patient appointments by telephone, mail, or in person utilizing RIS.
• Demonstrates competence in the operation of diagnostic ultrasound equipment, realtime and mobile, to obtain quality diagnostic images.

Consistently selects correct technical factors relative to the requirements of the study and the patient's age and body habitus.

Consistently selects equipment settings and appropriate transducers in accordance with department protocols and patient body habitus.

Consistently processes hard copy images properly, utilizing automated equipment. Properly and consistently follows specific infection control techniques relative to ultrasound imaging (e.

g., cold sterilization of probes, use of condoms on endocavity probes, etc.). Routinely manipulates transducer appropriately to obtain the desired images.

Exercises good clinical judgment. Consults with the radiologist or other clinician for purposes of clarifying orders. Selects alternate or additional views appropriately relative to the patient's condition.

Does not attempt to perform an exam in any case in which it cannot be performed safely and / or properly. Consistently demonstrates the ability to differentiate between normal and abnormal anatomy.

Documents clinical activities in a timely, comprehensive and accurate manner. Completes and initials the standard consultation form and the Radiology Processing Record accurately and immediately following each procedure.

Routinely documents patient history relative to previous surgery, childbirth and other conditions which could affect the ultrasonic image of internal organs.

• Organizational Rules, Policies, and Procedures :
• Observes all applicable regional, medical center, and department policies and procedures.
• Quality of Service :
• Maintains standards of professional behavior established to enhance quality of service. Greets members promptly and courteously with eye contract and a pleasant expression and tone of voice.

Informs members of reason for any delays or anticipated delays in their care. Treats all patients in accordance with the Patient's Bill of Rights.

Conducts only work related conversations when members are waiting for service.

• Communication :
• Demonstrates good communication skills. Communicates verbally in a clear and concise manner. Demonstrates courteous and appropriate telephone skills.

Speaks English in the presence of patients except as required to interpret for non English speaking patients. In writing, communicates accurately, completely, and legibly, and routes such communication appropriately and in a timely manner.

• Professional Maturity :
• Demonstrates professional maturity in all interactions with patient and staff. Strives to maintain good working relationships and rapport with patients, other members of the department and the health care team.

Is flexible and cooperative about schedule changes made to maximize productivity and efficiency. Responds appropriately to constructive criticism from supervisors and peers.

Functions independently within defined scope of position.

• Productivity :
• Meets productivity norms achieved by peers within the department or the Region.
• Equipment, Supplies, and Work Area :
• Maintains equipment, supplies and work area in accordance with department guidelines. Keeps equipment and work area clean at all times.

Routinely handles equipment with care to avoid damage. Reports equipment malfunctions to supervisory staff promptly.

Basic Qualifications :

Experience

• One (1) year of experience as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in a major medical center.
• Per the National Agreement, current KP Coalition employees have this experience requirement waived.

Education

Graduate of a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited ultrasound program or a graduate from a Diagnostic Medical Sonography program with current ARDMS certification.

License, Certification, Registration

• Current American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) certification to include registries of physics, abdomen, and Obstetrics / Gynecology.
• CPR (BLS-C, AHA approved course) - must be obtained during the probationary period.

Additional Requirements :

Competency in components of sonography as listed : routine abdomen; abdomen doppler; small parts; thyroid and obstetrics / gynecology.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Two (2) years experience as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in a major medical center.
• Experience with Acuson Sequoia, Philips iu-22 and Clickview ultrasound reporting package.

Notes :

• This is a designated backfill position.
• Shifts, hours, and / or locations may vary based on operational need.

PrimaryLocation : California,San Diego,San Diego Medical Center

HoursPerWeek : 40

Shift : Variable

Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

WorkingHoursStart : 11 : 00 AM

WorkingHoursEnd : 07 : 30 PM

Job Schedule : Full-time

Job Type : Standard

Employee Status : Regular

Employee Group / Union Affiliation : B09 OPEIU Local 30

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Job Category : Imaging & Radiology

Department : San Diego Medical Center - Sonography-Day - 0806

Travel : Yes, 75 % of the Time

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

PRIMARILY 7AM - 4PM WITH FLEXIBILITY.

Job Summary :

Work in collaboration with Nurse Manager. Provide day to day leadership and management of 24 hour / 7 days a week Hospital unit.

Develop and supervise staff and support overall department administration. Manage staffing / scheduling, budget, staff regulatory compliance.

Ensure daily decisions are consistent with service quality, clinical quality, utilization of resources and fiscal outcomes.

Assist in the development of departmental policies. Act on behalf of manager. Collaborate / coordinate with physicians, clinics, Urgent care, Ambulatory Surgery Center, EPRO, and other hospital departments.

Utilize continuous improvement philosophy with department / staff. Assist in accreditation processes with state and federal agencies.

Ensure hospital quality metrics are met and practices are consistent with national requirements. Make administrative decisions and provide direction, supervision and assistance with operational issues for the Capitol Hill Campus in the absence of other hospital managers.

Respond to urgent hospital system needs during designated hours.

Essential Responsibilities :

Day to day management of the Central Hospital Inpatient Services department (Med / Surg / Tele). Assures competency, quality and adequate staffing levels of healthcare providers in hospital unit.

Develops, monitors and enforces consistent standards of practice and continuing competency mechanisms. Develops and maintains systems to meet cost, quality and service goals.

Develops and provides education in support of these outcomes. Works collaborative with and supports medical providers.

Performance Management : develops an engaged staff, leads, manages, recruits, hires, mentors, disciplines and terminates staff when necessary.

Prepares and presents performance evaluations. Assesses and responds to educational needs of nursing and medical staff as a team and individually.

Focus on staff development, engagement recruitment and retention.

Develops, implements and enforces departmental policies and procedures. Assures compliance with all regulatory agency and professional organization standards.

Establishes, develops, implements, and maintains clinical and administrative quality improvement policies, procedures and standards to guide professional practice.

Make administrative decision and provide direction, supervision an assistance with operational issues for the Capitol Hill Campus in the absence of managers and during evening for 14 indirect hospital departments.

Respond to urgent hospital system needs during designated hours.

Continuously analyzes and evaluates patient care, environmental control, safety issues, and infection control practices in hospital unit.

Researches and resolves consumer and systems issues. Monitors, tracks and resolves accident / incident reports. Evaluates and supports implementation of new technology and equipment.

Resource to Materiel Management on product selection. Ensures adequate departmental systems and supplies.

Basic Qualifications :

Experience

• Minimum three (3) years of experience as an RN in an acute care hospital.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in supervision or lead / charge in a hospital.

Education

Bachelors degree in Nursing.

License, Certification, Registration

• Registered Nurse License (Washington)
• Basic Life Support

Additional Requirements :

N / A

Preferred Qualifications :

• Two (2) years of experience in an acute care setting
• One (1) year of experience in a Medical / Surgery and Telemetry unit
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations pertaining to a hospital
• Experience with budget management

PrimaryLocation : Washington,Seattle,Capitol Hill Main Building

HoursPerWeek : 40

Shift : Variable

Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

WorkingHoursStart : 07 : 00 AM

WorkingHoursEnd : 05 : 00 PM

Job Schedule : Full-time

Job Type : Standard

Employee Status : Regular

Employee Group / Union Affiliation : NUE-WA-04 NUE Non Union Employee

Job Level : Team Leader / Supervisor

Job Category : Nursing Licensed & Nurse Practitioners

Department : Central Campus Main - Observation Unit Inpt - 1130

Travel : No

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

Job Summary :

Essential Responsibilities :

• Provide psychodynamic interventions, crisis intervention, grief / bereavement counseling, problem solving, stress reduction and developing healthy coping strategies in individual / family / group settings.
• Responsible for developing and implementing individual Plan of Treatment which assist patients and families to cope and / or restore social, emotional, financial and environmental factors which affect and / or affected by illness.
• Partners with patient to identify needs and develop and implement individual treatment plan based on mutually agreed upon treatment plan.
• Discuss options for care proactively including Kaiser resources and external community / government resources to assist patient and family in developing short and long term care plans as appropriate.
• Team with other disciplines in assessing, planning and providing services for patients utilizing biopsychosocial information.
• Assist patient in advocating for self to receive appropriate services within Kaiser and in the community.
• Takes, reviews, evaluates and prioritizes written and oral referrals.
• Maintains documentation, records and data collections.
• Responsible for completion of required documents in a complete and timely manner.
• Liaison between patient and Kaiser maintaining positive relationship with Kaiser and providing for continuity of care.
• Identifies appropriate levels of care and facilities for referred patients, were applicable. Obtains placements, where applicable.
• Collaborate with internal and external resources in Kaiser and the community to meet mutually agreed upon goals and objectives.
• Provides information and referral to community resources as requested.
• Coordinates exchange of information between Kaiser, families, members and skilled nursing facilities.
• Determines application of Kaiser, Medicare and Medi-Cal benefits to specific patient situations.
• Assist in coordinating communication between regional offices, clinics, hospitals, and field staff, triaging of phone calls from members / families.
• Works with referral sources to clarify and complete required clinical and psychosocial information.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.

Grade 10

Basic Qualifications :

Experience

• Step I : 0 - 2 years social work experience.
• Step II : 2 - 4 years social work experience within the last five (5) years.
• Step III : 4 or more years social work experience within the last ten (10) years.

Education

Masters in Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education.

License, Certification, Registration

N / A

Additional Requirements :

• Demonstrated ability to work on a multidisciplinary team.
• Must have solid psychosocial assessment skills.
• Knowledge of chronic and acute disease and how it impacts patient and family functioning.
• Demonstrated excellent oral / telephone communication skills and written documentation.
• Must be computer-literate and, preferably, experienced in automated clinical information systems.
• Must demonstrate ability to effectively and efficiently handle demanding workload involving multiple tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to function independently as a collaborative, supportive team member.
• Must be able to master detailed and complex information regarding benefits and coordination of care.
• Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
• Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.

Preferred Qualifications :

LCSW preferred.

PrimaryLocation : California,Fresno,Fresno Hospital - Sequoia

HoursPerWeek : 1

Shift : Day

Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

WorkingHoursStart : 08 : 30 AM

WorkingHoursEnd : 05 : 00 PM

Job Schedule : Per Diem

Job Type : Standard

Employee Status : Regular

Employee Group / Union Affiliation : A06 SEIU United Healthworkers

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Job Category : Behavioral Health, Social Services & Spiritual Care

Department : Fresno Sequoia Hospital - Palliative Care - Nursing - 0201

Travel : Yes, 15 % of the Time

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

Job Summary :

Essential Responsibilities :

• Provide psychodynamic interventions, crisis intervention, grief / bereavement counseling, problem solving, stress reduction and developing healthy coping strategies in individual / family / group settings.
• Responsible for developing and implementing individual Plan of Treatment which assist patients and families to cope and / or restore social, emotional, financial and environmental factors which affect and / or affected by illness.
• Partners with patient to identify needs and develop and implement individual treatment plan based on mutually agreed upon treatment plan.
• Discuss options for care proactively including Kaiser resources and external community / government resources to assist patient and family in developing short and long term care plans as appropriate.
• Team with other disciplines in assessing, planning and providing services for patients utilizing biopsychosocial information.
• Assist patient in advocating for self to receive appropriate services within Kaiser and in the community.
• Takes, reviews, evaluates and prioritizes written and oral referrals.
• Maintains documentation, records and data collections.
• Responsible for completion of required documents in a complete and timely manner.
• Liaison between patient and Kaiser maintaining positive relationship with Kaiser and providing for continuity of care.
• Identifies appropriate levels of care and facilities for referred patients, were applicable. Obtains placements, where applicable.
• Collaborate with internal and external resources in Kaiser and the community to meet mutually agreed upon goals and objectives.
• Provides information and referral to community resources as requested.
• Coordinates exchange of information between Kaiser, families, members and skilled nursing facilities.
• Determines application of Kaiser, Medicare and Medi-Cal benefits to specific patient situations.
• Assist in coordinating communication between regional offices, clinics, hospitals, and field staff, triaging of phone calls from members / families.
• Works with referral sources to clarify and complete required clinical and psychosocial information.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.

Basic Qualifications :

Experience

• Step I : 0 - 2 years social work experience.
• Step II : 2 - 4 years social work experience within the last five (5) years.
• Step III : 4 or more years social work experience within the last ten (10) years.

Education

Masters in Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education.

License, Certification, Registration

N / A

Additional Requirements :

• Demonstrated ability to work on a multidisciplinary team.
• Must have solid psychosocial assessment skills.
• Knowledge of chronic and acute disease and how it impacts patient and family functioning.
• Demonstrated excellent oral / telephone communication skills and written documentation.
• Must be computer-literate and, preferably, experienced in automated clinical information systems.
• Must demonstrate ability to effectively and efficiently handle demanding workload involving multiple tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to function independently as a collaborative, supportive team member.
• Must be able to master detailed and complex information regarding benefits and coordination of care.
• Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
• Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.

Preferred Qualifications :

LCSW preferred.

PrimaryLocation : California,Santa Clara,Santa Clara Hospital

HoursPerWeek : 32

Shift : Day

Workdays : Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri *Off weekends and holidays*

WorkingHoursStart : 08 : 30 AM

WorkingHoursEnd : 05 : 00 PM

Job Schedule : Part-time

Job Type : Standard

Employee Status : Regular

Employee Group / Union Affiliation : A06 SEIU United Healthworkers

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Job Category : Behavioral Health, Social Services & Spiritual Care

Department : Santa Clara Homestead Hospital - Palliative Care - Nursing - 0201

Travel : Yes, 15 % of the Time

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

Provides psychological testing, counseling and evaluations of defined populations.

Essential Responsibilities :

• Performs psychological assessments of referred patients by administering, scoring and interpreting psychometric and projective tests as well as other psychodiagnostic techniques and behavior observations.
• Provides treatment to adults and / or adolescents and children.
• Conducts initial interview with member, gathers and reviews all relevant information.
• Determines urgency of member's needs. Provides a professional interpretation of member's presentation and recommends a course of therapeutic action;

selects appropriate treatment modality.

• Renders appropriate and immediate guidance and therapy for members in crisis or in need of clinical services.
• Maintains written record of therapy, prepares reports and letters; phones, writes and visits (with member permission) social agencies, schools, relatives, friends to obtain pertinent information.
• Provides telephone assessment, counseling, resource information and referrals.
• Transmits diagnostic and assessment information to referring professionals through verbal and written reports.
• May conduct program evaluation to assess quality of care and cost effectiveness of clinical procedures. May provide case management services to defined population.
• May offer consultation and inservice training to other mental health professionals on clinical issues relevant to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of psychological disorders to include consultation with physicians on psychological factors in the physical health or illness of individuals.
• May conduct research of human behavior and possible methods for eliminating psychological disorders. May offer research and program design consultation.
• Adheres to all mandated guidelines for patient's clinical care and license, maintains license. Complies with organization, department, state, federal, regulatory agency guidelines, policies and procedures.

Basic Qualifications :

Experience

Two (2) or more years of post graduate experience in a behavioral health setting, or a pre-doctoral internship, post-doctoral internship or fellowship at Kaiser Permanente.

Education

Doctorate degree from an APA accredited doctorate program with specialization in a field of clinical or counseling psychology.

License, Certification, Registration

Current license as a Psychologist by the California Board of Psychology.

Additional Requirements :

N / A

Preferred Qualifications :

Internship in an APA approved program preferred.

Notes :

Responsibilities include Neuropsych testing and psychodiagnostic testing

PrimaryLocation : California,Los Angeles,Wateridge Mental Health / Mbr Services

HoursPerWeek : 1

Shift : Day

Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri

WorkingHoursStart : 09 : 00 AM

WorkingHoursEnd : 06 : 00 PM

Job Schedule : Per Diem

Job Type : Standard

Employee Status : Regular

Employee Group / Union Affiliation : B11-PSC NUHW NUHW Psych Social Chapter

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Job Category : Behavioral Health, Social Services & Spiritual Care,Northern California Psychologist / Psychologist Assistant

Department : WLA Health Ed. & Psych Offices - Mental Hlth / Psychiatry-RegClin - 0806

Travel : No

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

Sign on bonus eligible position $6k

The Psychiatric Social Worker is a member of an interdisciplinary team who provides direct assessment, diagnosis formulation, treatment planning, treatment intervention and psycho-education to members and / or family members.

Must be familiar with all aspects of psychopathology and recognize the appropriate and timely clinical treatment intervention needed.

The Psychiatric Social Worker may work with specific age group as is determined by training and certificate. Must be familiar with and have expertise in a variety of treatment modalities.

The majority of the position will be spent in direct patient care.

Essential Responsibilities :

• Competencies :
• Timely and appropriate assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment intervention of members.
• Appropriate selection of treatment modality to members presenting problem.
• Is an effective communicator of clinical material to member and clinical staff
• Provides high internal and external customer / patient satisfaction.
• Demonstrates expertise in a variety of treatment methodologies.
• Provides appropriate and timely documentation of clinical encounters in members charts.
• Is knowledgeable of KP and community resources.
• Adheres to all mandated guidelines for patients clinical care and license.
• Maintains license.
• Conduct initial interview with Members by eliciting and interpreting the psychological and social meaning of complaints.
• Determines urgency of members need.
• Provides a professional interpretation of members presentation and recommends a course of therapeutic action, selects appropriate treatment modality.
• Provides treatment to adults, adolescents and children.
• Renders appropriate and immediate guidance & therapy for members in crisis or in need of clinical services.
• Maintains written record of therapy, prepares reports and letter; phones, writes and visits (with member permission) social agencies, schools relatives, friends to obtain pertinent information.
• Provides clinical consultation in an integrated health care environment regarding family interactions, sociocultural determinants and community resources.
• Provides telephone assessment, counseling, resource information and referrals.
• Proficient in identifying and treating the span of developmental stages.
• Proficient in various treatment modalities including, but not limited to individual, group family & child therapy.
• Complies with organizational, departmental, state / federal guidelines & all regulatory agency policies and procedures.
• Participates in QM & CQI activities.

Basic Qualifications :

Experience

Two (2) years of post graduate mental health therapy experience within the last five (5) years required.

Education

Masters degree in a Social Work, Psychology, Sociology or other field related to behavioral health required.

License, Certification, Registration

• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (California) OR Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (California) OR Licensed Clinical Social Worker (California)
• National Provider Identifier

Additional Requirements :

• Knowledge of and ability to utilize current DSM nomenclature required.
• Consistently demonstrates the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, and to customers, contracted providers, and vendors.

Preferred Qualifications :

N / A

Notes :

• Will work Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri or Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat.
• May work Saturdays based on seniority; will be required to work two evenings until 7 : 00 PM

PrimaryLocation : California,Los Angeles,4700 Sunset Medical Offices

HoursPerWeek : 40

Shift : Variable

Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

WorkingHoursStart : 07 : 00 AM

WorkingHoursEnd : 07 : 00 PM

Job Schedule : Full-time

Job Type : Standard

Employee Status : Regular

Employee Group / Union Affiliation : B11-PSC NUHW NUHW Psych Social Chapter

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Job Category : Behavioral Health, Social Services & Spiritual Care,Southern California Service Areas

Department : 4700 Sunset MOB - Mental Hlth / Psychiatry-RegClin - 0806

Travel : No

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

Job Summary :

Essential Responsibilities :

• Provide psychodynamic interventions, crisis intervention, grief / bereavement counseling, problem solving, stress reduction and developing healthy coping strategies in individual / family / group settings.
• Responsible for developing and implementing individual Plan of Treatment which assist patients and families to cope and / or restore social, emotional, financial and environmental factors which affect and / or affected by illness.
• Partners with patient to identify needs and develop and implement individual treatment plan based on mutually agreed upon treatment plan.
• Discuss options for care proactively including Kaiser resources and external community / government resources to assist patient and family in developing short and long term care plans as appropriate.
• Team with other disciplines in assessing, planning and providing services for patients utilizing biopsychosocial information.
• Assist patient in advocating for self to receive appropriate services within Kaiser and in the community.
• Takes, reviews, evaluates and prioritizes written and oral referrals.
• Maintains documentation, records and data collections.
• Responsible for completion of required documents in a complete and timely manner.
• Liaison between patient and Kaiser maintaining positive relationship with Kaiser and providing for continuity of care.
• Identifies appropriate levels of care and facilities for referred patients, were applicable. Obtains placements, where applicable.
• Collaborate with internal and external resources in Kaiser and the community to meet mutually agreed upon goals and objectives.
• Provides information and referral to community resources as requested.
• Coordinates exchange of information between Kaiser, families, members and skilled nursing facilities.
• Determines application of Kaiser, Medicare and Medi-Cal benefits to specific patient situations.
• Assist in coordinating communication between regional offices, clinics, hospitals, and field staff, triaging of phone calls from members / families.
• Works with referral sources to clarify and complete required clinical and psychosocial information.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.

Basic Qualifications :

Experience

• Step I : 0 - 2 years social work experience.
• Step II : 2 - 4 years social work experience within the last five (5) years.
• Step III : 4 or more years social work experience within the last ten (10) years.

Education

Masters in Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education.

License, Certification, Registration

N / A

Additional Requirements :

• Demonstrated ability to work on a multidisciplinary team.
• Must have solid psychosocial assessment skills.
• Knowledge of chronic and acute disease and how it impacts patient and family functioning.
• Demonstrated excellent oral / telephone communication skills and written documentation.
• Must be computer-literate and, preferably, experienced in automated clinical information systems.
• Must demonstrate ability to effectively and efficiently handle demanding workload involving multiple tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to function independently as a collaborative, supportive team member.
• Must be able to master detailed and complex information regarding benefits and coordination of care.
• Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
• Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.

Preferred Qualifications :

LCSW preferred.

PrimaryLocation : California,San Francisco,San Francisco 2238 Geary Medical Offices

HoursPerWeek : 20

Shift : Day

Workdays : Mon 130-530pm; Tue 9am-530pm; Wed 130-530pm, Thu 130-530pm

WorkingHoursStart : 09 : 00 AM

WorkingHoursEnd : 05 : 30 PM

Job Schedule : Part-time

Job Type : Standard

Employee Status : Regular

Employee Group / Union Affiliation : A06 SEIU United Healthworkers

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Job Category : Behavioral Health, Social Services & Spiritual Care

Department : San Francisco Hospital - Pediatrics - 0206

Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

Job Summary :

Essential Responsibilities :

• Provide psychodynamic interventions, crisis intervention, grief / bereavement counseling, problem solving, stress reduction and developing healthy coping strategies in individual / family / group settings.
• Responsible for developing and implementing individual Plan of Treatment which assist patients and families to cope and / or restore social, emotional, financial and environmental factors which affect and / or affected by illness.
• Partners with patient to identify needs and develop and implement individual treatment plan based on mutually agreed upon treatment plan.
• Discuss options for care proactively including Kaiser resources and external community / government resources to assist patient and family in developing short and long term care plans as appropriate.
• Team with other disciplines in assessing, planning and providing services for patients utilizing biopsychosocial information.
• Assist patient in advocating for self to receive appropriate services within Kaiser and in the community.
• Takes, reviews, evaluates and prioritizes written and oral referrals.
• Maintains documentation, records and data collections.
• Responsible for completion of required documents in a complete and timely manner.
• Liaison between patient and Kaiser maintaining positive relationship with Kaiser and providing for continuity of care.
• Identifies appropriate levels of care and facilities for referred patients, were applicable. Obtains placements, where applicable.
• Collaborate with internal and external resources in Kaiser and the community to meet mutually agreed upon goals and objectives.
• Provides information and referral to community resources as requested.
• Coordinates exchange of information between Kaiser, families, members and skilled nursing facilities.
• Determines application of Kaiser, Medicare and Medi-Cal benefits to specific patient situations.
• Assist in coordinating communication between regional offices, clinics, hospitals, and field staff, triaging of phone calls from members / families.
• Works with referral sources to clarify and complete required clinical and psychosocial information.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.

Basic Qualifications :

Experience

• Step I : 0 - 2 years social work experience.
• Step II : 2 - 4 years social work experience within the last five (5) years.
• Step III : 4 or more years social work experience within the last ten (10) years.

Education

Masters in Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education.

License, Certification, Registration

N / A

Additional Requirements :

• Demonstrated ability to work on a multidisciplinary team.
• Must have solid psychosocial assessment skills.
• Knowledge of chronic and acute disease and how it impacts patient and family functioning.
• Demonstrated excellent oral / telephone communication skills and written documentation.
• Must be computer-literate and, preferably, experienced in automated clinical information systems.
• Must demonstrate ability to effectively and efficiently handle demanding workload involving multiple tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to function independently as a collaborative, supportive team member.
• Must be able to master detailed and complex information regarding benefits and coordination of care.
• Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
• Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.

Preferred Qualifications :

LCSW preferred.

PrimaryLocation : California,Oakland,Oakland Hospital

HoursPerWeek : 1

Shift : Day

Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun. This is an on call position, days and hours may vary.

WorkingHoursStart : 08 : 00 AM

WorkingHoursEnd : 04 : 30 PM

Job Schedule : Call-in / On-Call

Job Type : Standard

Employee Status : Regular

Employee Group / Union Affiliation : A06 SEIU United Healthworkers

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Job Category : Behavioral Health, Social Services & Spiritual Care

Department : Oakland Hospital - Social services - 0201

Travel : No

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

Job Summary :

Essential Responsibilities :

• Provide psychodynamic interventions, crisis intervention, grief / bereavement counseling, problem solving, stress reduction and developing healthy coping strategies in individual / family / group settings.
• Responsible for developing and implementing individual Plan of Treatment which assist patients and families to cope and / or restore social, emotional, financial and environmental factors which affect and / or affected by illness.
• Partners with patient to identify needs and develop and implement individual treatment plan based on mutually agreed upon treatment plan.
• Discuss options for care proactively including Kaiser resources and external community / government resources to assist patient and family in developing short and long term care plans as appropriate.
• Team with other disciplines in assessing, planning and providing services for patients utilizing biopsychosocial information.
• Assist patient in advocating for self to receive appropriate services within Kaiser and in the community.
• Takes, reviews, evaluates and prioritizes written and oral referrals.
• Maintains documentation, records and data collections.
• Responsible for completion of required documents in a complete and timely manner.
• Liaison between patient and Kaiser maintaining positive relationship with Kaiser and providing for continuity of care.
• Identifies appropriate levels of care and facilities for referred patients, were applicable. Obtains placements, where applicable.
• Collaborate with internal and external resources in Kaiser and the community to meet mutually agreed upon goals and objectives.
• Provides information and referral to community resources as requested.
• Coordinates exchange of information between Kaiser, families, members and skilled nursing facilities.
• Determines application of Kaiser, Medicare and Medi-Cal benefits to specific patient situations.
• Assist in coordinating communication between regional offices, clinics, hospitals, and field staff, triaging of phone calls from members / families.
• Works with referral sources to clarify and complete required clinical and psychosocial information.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.

Basic Qualifications :

Experience

• Step I : 0 - 2 years social work experience.
• Step II : 2 - 4 years social work experience within the last five (5) years.
• Step III : 4 or more years social work experience within the last ten (10) years.

Education

Masters in Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education.

License, Certification, Registration

N / A

Additional Requirements :

• Demonstrated ability to work on a multidisciplinary team.
• Must have solid psychosocial assessment skills.
• Knowledge of chronic and acute disease and how it impacts patient and family functioning.
• Demonstrated excellent oral / telephone communication skills and written documentation.
• Must be computer-literate and, preferably, experienced in automated clinical information systems.
• Must demonstrate ability to effectively and efficiently handle demanding workload involving multiple tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to function independently as a collaborative, supportive team member.
• Must be able to master detailed and complex information regarding benefits and coordination of care.
• Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
• Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.

Preferred Qualifications :

LCSW preferred.

PrimaryLocation : California,San Jose,San Jose 6620 Via del Oro

HoursPerWeek : 40

Shift : Day

Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri. May include occasional evening hours to facilitate support group. Experience with geriatrics / memory care preferred.

WorkingHoursStart : 08 : 30 AM

WorkingHoursEnd : 05 : 00 PM

Job Schedule : Full-time

Job Type : Standard

Employee Status : Regular

Employee Group / Union Affiliation : A06 SEIU United Healthworkers

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Job Category : Behavioral Health, Social Services & Spiritual Care

Department : San Jose Hospital - Geriatric Dementia - 0206

Travel : No

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE

Under the direction of a supervising physician, the Physician Assistant provides high quality, efficient, team based patient focused care.

The Physician Assistant's responsibilities may include managing patients in the office, hospital, ED and / or perioperative setting.

The Physician Assistant may be required to First Assist in the OR or perform other department specific procedures. The Physician Assistant may also facilitate on call responsibilities for his / her supervising physician.

The Physician Assistant's daily responsibilities may vary based upon the department & supervising physician needs and may require evening or weekend work hours.

Essential Responsibilities :

• The Physician Assistant will practice as part of a team under the direction of their supervising physician.
• Primary Duties will be inclusive of the following but not limited to :
• Examines patient, performs comprehensive physical examination, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination.
• Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as imaging studies, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests, and interprets test results for deviations from normal.
• Performs therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care, and managing infection.
• Performs other department specific diagnostic or therapeutic procedures.
• Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care.
• Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance and other relevant patient education.
• Based upon Specific Specialty, additional duties may include the following :
• Facilitate admissions, transfers, discharges
• First assist in surgeries or perform procedures as applicable
• Round on inpatients
• Performs admission evaluation on patients to include : obtaining basic medical information and history, reviewing patient's medical record, performing physical exam, documenting findings into patient medical record, and reporting deviations from normal findings to attending physician.
• Provides patient and family with pre-operative / pre-procedure and other pertinent education.
• Answers questions regarding surgery or procedures, recovery and risk factor modification; provides blood transfusion information as applicable;

performs peri-operative procedures; locates and utilizes diagnostic images, instruments and pertinent patient information.

• Reviews patient chart noting allergies, pertinent medical history, and abnormal physical findings.
• Assists in performing surgical procedures and other procedures consistent with the standards of care and practice guidelines :
• Depending on the specialty, may work as the First Assist during surgical procedures, start IV's, and / or perform suturing.
• Performs post-operative procedures to include entering standard post-operative orders into patient medical records; assists physicians with evaluation and management of patient's status during recovery;

reviews vital signs, laboratory and diagnostic studies; assists with management of patients.

Facilitates patient discharge; dictates discharge and transfer summaries in a timely manner.

Secondary Functions :

Schedule may vary to meet operational needs.

Basic Qualifications :

Experience

N / A

Education

Graduate from an ARC-PA accredited physician assistant program by start date.

License, Certification, Registration

• NCCPA certified at time of hire and maintained throughout career at Kaiser Permanente.
• California State Physician Assistant License, issued by Physician Assistant Board under Medical Board of California by date of hire.
• BLS certification required.
• Must have a Nat'l Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date and meet current Medicare requirements for billing.

Additional Requirements :

• Fluoroscopy Permit required, or must be obtained within 18 months from the date of hire in Orthopedics, Interventional Radiology, and Radiation Oncology only.
• May be required to have experience and competency in performing specific tasks required by department.
• Must be able to work in a Labor / Management Partnership environment.

Preferred Qualifications :

N / A

PrimaryLocation : California,Santa Clara,Santa Clara Medical Offices

HoursPerWeek : 40

Shift : Day

Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri

WorkingHoursStart : 09 : 00 AM

WorkingHoursEnd : 05 : 30 PM

Job Schedule : Full-time

Job Type : Standard

Employee Status : Regular

Employee Group / Union Affiliation : NUE-NCAL-05 NUE Non Union Employee

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Job Category : Physician Assistants,Nursing Licensed & Nurse Practitioners

Department : Santa Clara Homestead Hospital - Orthopedics - 0206

Travel : No

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.