Neonatal Physician Assistant - NICU Expert

UC Davis Health; California (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Davis Health seeks a Neonatal Physician Assistant to provide independent clinical expertise in a high-acuity NICU setting. Under Neonatology, the PA manages neonatal patients, initiates consultations, coordinates care, and collaborates with attending physicians and nursing staff.

The role emphasizes inpatient care, professional development, and evidence-based practice, with 12-hour shifts on-site at Davis Tower.

Qualifications

• California-licensed PA; DEA within 3 months
• National PA board certification in an aligned specialty
• Current BLS CPR certification (AHA or UC Davis Health)
• NRP certification within 7 days of hire
• Master's or PhD from an accredited PA program
• Three years of full-time PA experience in a Level III/IV NICU

Responsibilities

• Inpatient care in NICU (may include listed responsibilities)
• Professional development
• Quality and evidence-based practice
• Education and research

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Judgment

Self-direction

Organizational skills

Stress management

Education

California PA license

DEA license

National PA board certification

BLS CPR certification

NRP certification

Master's or PhD in PA program

3 years NICU PA experience

Job description

UC Davis Health seeks a Neonatal Physician Assistant to provide independent clinical expertise in a high-acuity NICU setting. Under Neonatology, the PA manages neonatal patients, initiates consultations, coordinates care, and collaborates with attending physicians and nursing staff.

The role emphasizes inpatient care, professional development, and evidence-based practice, with 12-hour shifts on-site at Davis Tower.