PA - Oncology & BMT Specialist

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego's Blood & Bone Marrow Transplant program invites a Physician Assistant to provide primary medical management for oncology/BMT patients under supervision. You will lead care with the MDT, perform procedures, and participate in rounds.

The role includes education, policy development, research, and potential outpatient center work at Moores Cancer Center. Strong communication and commitment to team care are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an ARC-PA approved PA program.
• California PA license required.
• Current NCCPA certification.
• BLS/CPR and ACLS at hire with plan for ART within 6 months.
• Minimum 1 year of recent PA experience in Oncology/BMT or closely related acute care.
• Strong knowledge of BMT/CAR-T and hematologic cancers.
• Professional communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness for community outreach.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary medical management for oncology/BMT patients.
• Perform bone marrow biopsy, lumbar puncture and skin biopsy.
• Present cases during rounds and BMT clinical meetings.
• Educate patients, families, and staff; participate in teaching.
• Support development of BMT policies; participate in research.
• May care for outpatients at Moores Cancer Center; expand role as needed.

Skills

Oncology/BMT experience

Clinical leadership

Team collaboration

Education

ARC-PA approved Physician Assistant program

California PA license

NCCPA Certification

Job description

UC San Diego's Blood & Bone Marrow Transplant program invites a Physician Assistant to provide primary medical management for oncology/BMT patients under supervision. You will lead care with the MDT, perform procedures, and participate in rounds.

The role includes education, policy development, research, and potential outpatient center work at Moores Cancer Center. Strong communication and commitment to team care are essential.