Neonatal Physician Assistant — NICU Expert

UC Davis Health; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Davis Health in Davis, CA seeks a Neonatal Physician Assistant to provide direct patient care in a Level III/IV NICU under Neonatology Attending Physicians. The PA collaborates with the care team, manages neonatal conditions, and contributes to patient education and care coordination.

The role emphasizes independent decision-making within a collaborative team, credentialing/billing compliance, and ongoing professional development in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 80% inpatient in NICU (may include additional responsibilities)
• Professional development
• Quality and evidence-based practice
• Education and research

Job description

UC Davis Health in Davis, CA seeks a Neonatal Physician Assistant to provide direct patient care in a Level III/IV NICU under Neonatology Attending Physicians. The PA collaborates with the care team, manages neonatal conditions, and contributes to patient education and care coordination.

The role emphasizes independent decision-making within a collaborative team, credentialing/billing compliance, and ongoing professional development in a fast-paced hospital setting.