(PA) Sr. Physician Assistant - Express Care - 136528

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 101,115 - 133,200; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in San Diego is seeking a Sr. Physician Assistant to deliver same-day acute care for a variety of health conditions. This role requires a California PA license and at least one year of full-time experience. The candidate must be able to work across multiple locations and fulfill responsibilities including patient assessment and triage. The position offers a competitive pay scale and varied hours, supporting a diverse environment in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Must have at least one year of full-time PA experience in relevant settings.
• Ability to perform triage and manage urgent situations.
• Experience in urgent and primary care procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide acute care to patients with various health concerns.
• Float between multiple Express Care locations as needed.
• Follow standardized advanced practice guidelines for quality care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Triage ability

Teamwork

Education

Graduate from an ARC-PA approved PA program

California Physician Assistant license

Current PA Certification from NCCPA

BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications

Current PALS certification

Job description

Overview

(PA) Sr. Physician Assistant - Express Care - 136528

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UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

Description The Physician Assistant (PA) will provide same-day acute care to patients presenting with a wide range of health concerns, including respiratory infections, sore throats, ear infections, urinary tract infections (UTIs), skin rashes, minor burns, lacerations, musculoskeletal injuries such as fractures, sprains and strains, and other conditions. The PA will also play a key role in improving access for primary care patients with both chronic and acute needs. This position provides patient care coverage seven days a week, including various holidays, across multiple Express Care locations: Vista, La Jolla, Eastlake, Encinitas, Rancho Bernardo, Pacific Highlands Ranch, Downtown, Virtual Express Care, and future Express Care clinics within the division. The PA will follow standardized advanced practice procedure guidelines to ensure continuity and quality of care. They will assess patients and take appropriate clinical actions based on their training, competence, and scope of practice. Must be able to float to other Express Care locations as needed.

Locations across multiple Express Care locations: Vista, La Jolla, Eastlake, Encinitas, Rancho Bernardo, Pacific Highlands Ranch, Downtown, Virtual Express Care, and future Express Care clinics within the division.

Filing Deadline: Thu 9/18/2025

Pay and Schedule: Appointment Type — Career; Appointment Percent — 95%; Work Schedule — Days, 12 hour shifts, Sunday - Saturday; Hiring Pay Scale — $73.40 - $96.69 / Hour; Total Openings — 1; Worksite — Various.

Must be able to float to other Express Care locations as needed.

Pay Transparency Act: Annual Full Pay Range: $153,259 - $201,889 (prorated if appointment <100%); Hourly Equivalent: $73.40 - $96.69.

Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 9/18/2025. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance. UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 9/8/2025 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service.

Requirements and Duties The PA will follow standardized advanced practice procedure guidelines to ensure continuity and quality of care. They will assess patients and take appropriate clinical actions based on their training, competence, and scope of practice.

Must be able to work seven days a week and across multiple Express Care locations. Must be able to float to other Express Care locations as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a graduate from a physician assistant program approved by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA).
• California Physician Assistant (PA) license.
• Current PA Certification from NCCPA.
• BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications at time of hire with commitment to get ART within six (6) months of hire date.
• Current PALS certification, or required to obtain within six (6) months of hire.
• Minimum one (1) year of full-time work experience as a licensed Physician Assistant in an Emergency Department, Urgent Care, or an Express Care type clinic.
• Ability to perform triage and handle critical and/or urgent situations with accuracy, expediency, and tact.
• Ability to manage own patient load.
• Must be able to work within a team environment.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3+) or more years of recent PA experience in Emergency and/or Urgent Care.
• Telemedicine or video visit experience.
• High-acuity triage and critical care experience.
• Urgent and primary care procedural experience (e.g. suturing, stapling, I&D, EKG and Basic Radiology interpretation).

Special Conditions

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Variable work schedule. Must be able to work every other weekend and some holidays.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• Must be able to obtain UCSD Medical Staff privileges and maintain during employment. Due to advanced practice credentialing eligibility, clinical advanced practice experience must be within the last two years gained through school or work experience.

Legal and Compliance

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. UC San Diego Health requires compliance with policies on Vaccination Programs and may include additional public health directives. Life-support certifications must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

Application Process

Applications/Resumes are accepted for current job openings only. For full consideration on any job, applications must be received prior to the initial closing date. If a job has an extended deadline, applications/resumes will be considered during the extension period; however, a job may be filled before the extended date is reached.

Equality and Community

To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community.

Accessibility

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. For the Anti-Discrimination Policy, visit: policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination. UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment and maintains a marijuana and drug free environment (drug screening may apply).