(PA) Sr Physician Assistant - Inpatient BMT - 136411

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 10,111,584 - 13,320,014; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in San Diego seeks a Sr Physician Assistant for inpatient care in BMT. The role involves providing primary medical management for oncology patients, performing specialized procedures, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate has a graduate degree, relevant experience, and strong communication skills. Competitive hourly pay with varied schedules is offered, alongside robust professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a physician assistant program approved by ARC-PA.
• California PA license; current PA Certification from NCCPA.
• Minimum one year recent work experience as a licensed PA in Oncology, BMT, or adult critical care.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary medical management for oncology/BMT patients.
• Lead and collaborate with the multidisciplinary care team.
• Perform specialized procedures including bone marrow biopsy.

Skills

Oncology knowledge

Teamwork

Leadership

Communication

Education

Graduation from physician assistant program approved by ARC-PA

California PA license

Job description

Overview

(PA) Sr Physician Assistant - Inpatient BMT - 136411 at UC San Diego Health.

Payroll Title: PHYSCN AST SR. Department: CANCER CENTER. Worksite: Jacobs Medical Center. Appointment Type: Career. Appointment Percent: 90%. Union: HX Contract. Total Openings: 2. Work Schedule: Days, 12 hour shifts, Monday-Sunday. Extended Deadline: Thu 9/25/2025.

Pay: Hourly range $73.40 - $96.69. Annual Full Pay Range: $153,259 - $201,889. The position is subject to the UC San Diego vaccination policy and related health requirements where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary medical management for oncology/BMT patients under the direction of the BMT attending physician and APP Supervisor.
• Lead by example in professional image and leadership, and collaborate with the multidisciplinary care team to promote consistent medical management across the health care continuum.
• Perform specialized procedures including bone marrow biopsy, lumbar puncture, and skin biopsy.
• Present patient cases during daily rounds and weekly BMT Clinical meetings.
• Provide patient/family and staff education; support the development and revision of BMT divisional policies and procedures.
• Participate in and/or initiate research; engage in community outreach and networking with community physicians and other health care professionals.
• May provide care to BMT patients in the outpatient center at Moores Cancer Center.
• Develop and expand role responsibilities as patient and system needs change.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate from a physician assistant program approved by ARC-PA.
• California PA license; current PA Certification from NCCPA.
• BLS/CPR and ACLS at time of hire with commitment to obtain ART within six months of hire date.
• Minimum one year recent work experience as a licensed PA in Oncology, BMT, or adult critical care.
• Thorough knowledge of BMT processes and hematologic cancers; understanding of lab results and patient pathology.
• Ability to address medical and psychosocial needs of oncology patients; strong leadership and teamwork skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to function as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Comfort with group teaching and willingness to engage in community outreach.

Preferred Qualifications

• One to two years of PA experience in inpatient Hem/Onc/BMT.
• Knowledge of chemotherapy administration and common BMT medications.
• Experience in quality improvement; experience with Clinical Trials and identifying trial-eligible patients.

Special Conditions

• Must be able to work varied hours, days, shifts, on-call, and locations based on hospital needs.
• Employment is subject to criminal background check and pre-employment physical; must obtain UCSD Medical Staff privileges.
• Clinical advanced practice experience must be within the last two years due to credentialing eligibility.

Equal Opportunity and Compliance

UC San Diego Health Sciences 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.

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