Neurocritical Care Physician Assistant Per Diem

Neurocritical Care Society; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 99,718 - 142,022; Part time

Job summary

UC Davis Medical Center is seeking a Neurocritical Care Physician Assistant (Per Diem) to provide specialized patient care for neurosurgical patients. Responsibilities include direct patient care, obtaining histories, and managing pre- and post-operative processes. Candidates must have California PA licensure, national certification, and certifications in BLS and ACLS. The position requires at least 2 years of recent experience in critical care. This role is contingent on background checks and compliance with UC policies.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of recent PA experience in critical care or neurocritical care.
• Demonstrated ability for positive interaction with medical/nursing staff and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to apply relevant theories and concepts to clinical practice.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and collaborate with healthcare teams.
• Participate in research and program development.

Skills

California Licensed Physician Assistant (PA)

National Certification as a Physician Assistant

Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Certificate

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Emergency Neurological Life Support (ENLS)

Verbal and written communication skills

Self-direction and organizational skills

Education

Graduation with a Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program

Job description

Neurocritical Care Physician Assistant Per Diem

Date Posted: Monday, April 27, 2026

Company: UC Davis Medical Center

Position: Neurocritical Care Nurse Practitioner Per Diem

Salary Range: $87.74 Hourly

Neurocritical Care Physician Assistant Per Diem

Salary or Pay Range: $87.74 Hourly

The Neuro critical care Physician Assistant provides specialized patient care and guidance to neurosurgical patients and their families. Direct patient care is provided to inpatients in the hospital, including obtain history and physical, pre-and post-operative management, order and follow-up of laboratory and radiology studies, telephone triage of patient phone calls, attendance at M & M and QA conferences as required.

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• California Licensed Physicians Assistant (PA)
• National Certification as a Physician Assistant
• Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Certificate within 3 months of hire
• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR
• American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Emergency Neurological Life Support (ENLS) within three (3) months of hire
• Graduation with a Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program
• At least 2 years of recent PA experience in critical care or neurocriticalcare.
• Demonstrated ability for positive interaction with medical/nursing staff and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Able to meet PA competencies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Judgment skills to effectively meet the needs of patients.
• Self-direction and organizational skills to function in an independent role.
• Ability to apply relevant theories and concepts to clinical practice.
• Ability to cope with personal stress experienced by team members, other professionals, and caretakers.
• Ability to see well enough to read gauges and identify injuries.

Key Responsibilities

• 15% - Coordination and Collaboration
• 5% - Research and Program Development

Special Requirements – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements