Physician Assistant-Ophthalmology
- UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine
- Los Angeles, CA, USA
Job Description
The Ophthalmology Physician Assistant (PA) will provide advanced practice care in both the outpatient clinic and inpatient consult settings. Working collaboratively with ophthalmology residents, fellows, and attending physicians, the APP will evaluate patients, perform comprehensive histories, physical and ophthalmic examinations, and assist in the assessment and management of ophthalmology consults from the Emergency Department, operating rooms, and inpatient units. The APP will also provide outpatient follow-up care and support continuity of care across clinical settings. This role is designed to improve timely access to ophthalmic care, enhance consult efficiency, and expand the Department of Ophthalmology's clinical capacity.
Salary range: $83.46-$112.31/hourly
- ACLS certification from AHA-required
- BLS certification from AHA or ARC- required
- California Physician Assistant license-required
- NCCPA certification-required
- Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program-required
- Prior Ophthalmology experience (2 years) - preferred
- 1-2 years experience as PA preferred
A PASSION FOR ADVANCING NURSING EXCELLENCE
At UCLA Health and the David Geffen School of Nursing, you’ll be inspired and empowered to reach your fullest potential in your nursing career. Through close collaboration with other outstanding clinicians in our inclusive and engaging working environment, you can play a critical role in the delivery of our world-class care. Our Center for Nursing Excellence, state-of-the-art technology, shared governance, recognition programs, and more, will equip you to go further in your nursing practice than you thought possible. It’s no wonder we’ve achieved Magnet® status multiple times in multiple locations.
If you’re ready to live out your passion and advance your nursing career, we invite you to explore opportunities throughout our award-winning system, including:
● Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
● UCLA Medical Center, Santa Monica
● Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital at UCLA
● UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital
● More than 280 community-based clinics throughout Southern California
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