(PA) Sr. Physician Assistant - Primary Care - 141842

University of California San Diego

Chula Vista (CA)

On-site

USD 113,000 - 148,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking a Sr. Physician Assistant for Primary Care at the Eastlake site. The role is 80% clinical and 20% administrative, supporting Primary Care Physicians with new patient intake and in-basket tasks.

The PA will provide same-day care for common conditions and participate in population health initiatives. Responsibilities include following standardized practice guidelines, performing histories and exams, and ensuring accurate documentation.

Qualifications

Must be graduate from ARC-PA approved physician assistant program.
California PA license in good standing.
Current PA Certification from NCCPA.
BLS certification at time of hire with commitment to obtain BART within six months.

Responsibilities

Perform initial history and physical examination and identify major medical problems.
Manage own patient load and provide same-day care for common conditions.
Provide 80% clinical and 20% administrative support to Primary Care Physicians.

Skills

ARC-PA PA program graduate

CA PA license

NCCPA certification

BLS certification

3+ years primary care PA experience

History and physical examination

Independent thinking/decision-making

Education

ARC-PA approved PA program

Job description

Payroll Title: PHYSCN AST SR

Department: COMM CARE PRIMARY CARE

Hiring Pay Scale: $81.73 - $107.67 / Hour

Worksite: Eastlake

Appointment Type: Career

Appointment Percent: 100%

Union: HX Contract

Total Openings: 1

Work Schedule: Days, 8-Hour Shift, Monday-Friday

#141842 (PA) Sr. Physician Assistant - Primary Care

Filing Deadline: Thu 11/5/2026 UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. 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.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 10/27/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

This position will be 80% Clinical and 20% Administrative. Primary duties will be new patient intake and in-basket support for Primary Care Physicians. The Physician Assistant (PA) will serve as an integral member of the UCSD Primary Care team, improving access for patients with both acute and chronic needs. In addition to providing same-day care for common conditions such as upper respiratory symptoms, sore throats, ear infections, urinary tract infections, and minor injuries, the PA will also support primary care services through annual wellness exams, post-hospital follow-ups, and participation in population health initiatives as needed.

The PA will follow standardized advanced practice procedure guidelines to provide follow-through with the care plan. Assess and provide clinical actions as appropriate for patient care populations based on competence, professional expertise, and knowledge.

While not required, a cover letter is highly recommended when applying to this position.

This position will provide patient care coverage for our Primary Care Clinic based in Eastlake. May work in other Primary 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 certification at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six months of hire date.
Minimum of three (3) years of work experience as a licensed Physician Assistant in primary care or internal medicine.
Ability to perform initial history and physical examination, identify major medical problems, and formulate appropriate plans of action.
Ability to manage own patient load.
Knowledge of common diagnostic tests, exams, and procedures used in clinic. Must understand purpose, required supplies and/or equipment, how to perform procedure accurately, infection control, and accurate documentation of the medical chart.
Must have proven independent thinking, decision-making, problem-solving, and prioritizing skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Ambulatory Primary Care experience.
Telemedicine or video visit experience.
Urgent and primary care procedural experience (e.g., suturing, stapling, I&D, EKG, and Basic Radiology interpretation).
Knowledge and experience of clinical and ancillary services within the UCSD Medical Center.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
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.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $170,652 - $224,815 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $81.73 - $107.67

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

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. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

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UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.

a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct: