(Advanced Practitioner) Physician Assistant - Surgical Oncology Colorectal (Full-Time, Exempt)

Enloe Medical Center; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 93,566 - 126,312; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$0 premium medical plan with vision insurance

Prescription and dental group insurance

Retirement with employer match

Generous paid time off plan

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Enloe Medical Center in California is looking for a dedicated Physician Assistant (PA) to provide and coordinate direct patient care. The PA will work under the direction of the Medical Director and act as a first assistant to the supervising surgeon. Experience in acute care facilities and strong communication skills are essential.

Competitive compensation starts at $67.92 hourly with benefits such as a $10,000 sign-on bonus and a fully covered medical plan. Join a team that values quality patient care!

Qualifications

• Graduate of a PA educational program accredited by the ARC.
• Recent General/Colorectal/Surgical and/or Trauma Clinical experience desired.
• Bilingual in Spanish desirable.
• One year clinical experience as a Physician Assistant in an acute care facility.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate direct patient care.
• Act as a first assistant to the supervising surgeon.
• Demonstrate the core values of Enloe Health.

Skills

Independently work with diverse patient populations

Access specialty referrals and community resources

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Technical competence and professional clinical judgment

Education

Graduate of a PA educational program

Current California Physician Assistant License

Certification by NCCPA

Job description

Position Summary

The Physician Assistant (PA), under the direction of the Medical Director and the onsite Supervising Physician, provides and coordinates direct patient care and may act as a first assistant to the supervising surgeon. The PA provides diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventative healthcare service as delegated by a physician. The PA reports to the Director and Program Development for all employee/employer issues regarding departmental and organizational operations. The PA consistently demonstrates the core values of Enloe Health and serves as a role model to other employees.

Education / Training / Experience

• Minimum: Graduate of a PA educational program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission (ARC) on Education for Physician Assistants (or its predecessor agency) OR current certification with the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Desired: Recent General/Colorectal/Surgical and/or Trauma Clinical experience.
• Bilingual in Spanish desirable.
• One year clinical experience as a Physician Assistant in an acute care facility.

Licenses / Certifications

• Minimum: Current California Physician Assistant License.
• Certification by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA), if not a graduate from an accredited ARC program.
• Current CPR recognition.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support within 3 months of hire.
• Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) number or proof of application.
• Meets Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) requirements to bill Medicare.
• Credentialed through the Enloe Medical Staff Office and Finance Office.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Confidence and experience to work independently with diverse patient populations.
• Experience in accessing specialty referrals and community resources.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Technical competence, professional clinical judgment, and sensitivity for patients and families in crisis.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation range: $67.92 - $91.69 hourly. Your rate of pay will be based on applicable experience. Sign‑on bonus: $10,000.00. Shift: Days, 10‑hour days. Hours per pay period: 80. Days off: Fixed (Saturday & Sunday).

Benefits include:

• $0 premium medical plan with vision insurance.
• Prescription and dental group insurance.
• Retirement with employer match.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that starts accruing immediately.
• Extended sick leave.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical expenses and dependent care.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Educational Assistance.