Physician Assistant Neurology Fresno CA

Central California Faculty Medical Group (CCFMG) affiliated with the UCSF Fresno Medical Education program has a position available for a full time licensed Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the Division of Child Neurology at Community Regional Medical Center (CRMC) in Fresno, California. The select applicant will work with Child Neurologists and the excellent Child Neurology team to care for patients with neurological conditions including headaches, epilepsy, neuromuscular disorders, neurodegenerative problems, and neurodevelopmental disabilities such as Cerebral Palsy, mental retardation, autism, and ADHD. The position entails mostly outpatient clinical responsibility but may include inpatient responsibilities and after-hours call coverage. There are opportunities for the select applicant to be a coordinator of specialized child Neurology clinics and also be involved with clinical research. Ideal candidates will have a track record of expertise in symptom management, complex communication, shared decision making, and collaborative provision of education to patients with a variety of life-limiting illnesses and their families. At least 2-years of Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant experience and National Certification required.

The position is based in Fresno, California, where residents enjoy a high standard of living combined with a low cost of living. The result is a quality of life uniquely Californian, yet surprisingly affordable. Limitless recreational opportunities and spectacular scenery is all accessible in a community with abundant affordable housing. While there is much to see and do in Fresno, the city is ideally located for fast, convenient getaways to the majestic Sierra (just 90 minutes away) as well as the scenic Central Coast, just two and one-half hours away. Fresno is the only major city in the country with close proximity to three national parks, including renowned Yosemite National Park.

Competitive salary and benefit package. EOE

Central California Faculty Medical Group (CCFMG) is an organization of faculty physicians and staff who have one stated purpose....to "Make Medical Education Happen." CCFMG is a medical group affiliated with the University of California, San Francisco Fresno Medical Education Program. Formed in 1979, CCFMG currently has over 200 physicians who are both full time and part time, as well as an administrative staff that is responsible for billing, contracting, compliance, information services, human resources, and practice management for the group.

CCFMG physicians are involved in teaching, research, and patient care on the campuses of Fresno Community Regional Medical Center, Children's Hospital Central California and the Veteran's Administration Central California Health Care System. In addition, they conduct clinics and supervise educational programs. CCFMG physicians provide instruction for residents and medical students in Emergency Medicine, Family and Community Medicine, Internal Medicine, OB/Gyn, Orthopedics, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, and Surgery. Among the contributions of CCFMG, affiliated with the UCSF Fresno teaching program to the community are:

• CCFMG physicians and residents operate the only Level I Trauma Center and Burn Center for the population of one million people in the Central Valley.

• A significant number of the residents who train in the UCSF Fresno program are attracted to remain and practice in the San Joaquin Valley.

• CCFMG physicians provide medical care to a wide population of patients who do not have another source of healthcare.

CCFMGs philosophy to "Make Medical Education Happen" focuses on the Quality of care provided by physicians and staff, the Integrity of their actions, their Accountability for optimal performance, their Enjoyment of and Compassion for patients and staff, and their constant attention to Learning.