Physician Assistant (PA) Outpatient - AHMO, Kerman

Adventist Health; Kerman (CA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 199,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Reedley seeks a Physician Assistant to evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients under physician supervision. The role requires a PA license in California and adherence to clinical standards, with emphasis on comprehensive patient care and collaboration with staff.

The position involves performing exams, developing treatment plans, ordering diagnostics, and coordinating care across hospital and clinic settings in a team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an ARC-PA accredited program.
• Two years' primary care or allied health experience preferred.
• Physician Assistant licensure in CA (and HI) required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients; perform exams and develop treatment plans.
• Order tests and interpret results; coordinate referrals and care plans.
• Document patient histories and care in medical records; ensure adherence to hospital guidelines.
• Mentor staff and lead patient care activities to improve outcomes.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical assessment

Medication management

Health counseling

Education

Master's degree (ARC-PA accredited)

Tools

BLS/CPR

Job description

Job Description

Lying just inland between the State's coastal mountain ranges and the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Adventist Health Reedley has been serving the Central Valley since 2011. We are comprised of a 49-bed acute care hospital and 60 clinics in 27 rural communities with primary and specialty care services. Reedley is a perfect location for outdoor enthusiasts as it is located in the central San Joaquin Valley portion of California, close to Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. In addition to the beautiful landscape, it also offers a great cost of living and close-knit communities.

Job Summary

Evaluates, diagnoses and provides patient care, treatment and services, including the performance of physical exams, diagnosing conditions, development of treatment plans, health counseling and prescribing medications for patients seen by the collaborating/supervising physician. Assumes total care of patients under the direction of a physician. Follows established standards, procedures and practices, and gives specific patient modalities to health clinic staff. Regularly demonstrates subject matter expertise regarding medication, treatment, and patient care standards.

Job Requirements

• Master's degree from an ARC-PA accredited program: Required


• Two years' primary care or allied health experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Physician Assistant (PA) licensure in state of practice: Required in CA and HI


• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required


• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Preferred

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• AHA-BLS or ARC-BLS or AHA-CPR or ARC-CPR: Required

Essential Functions

• Evaluates and treats patients within prescribes parameters. Orders appropriate tests, treatments and counsels, as needed. Performs complete, detailed and accurate patient histories. Reviews patient records to develop comprehensive medical status reports. Orders laboratory, radiological and diagnostic studies appropriate for complaint, age, race, sex and physical condition of the patient.


• Completes physical examinations and records pertinent data in acceptable medical forms. Makes medical diagnoses and institutes therapy or patient referrals to the appropriate health care facilities, agencies, resources of the community, or other physicians. Obtains and interprets patient data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, as needed. Develops and implements action plan for practice changes to enhance patient outcomes.


• Arranges hospital admissions and discharges at the direction of the supervising physician. Performs hospital rounds and records appropriate patient progress notes. Transcribes and executes specific orders at the direction of the supervising physician. Compiles detailed narrative and case summaries, completes forms pertinent to patients’ medical records and issues diagnostic orders which must be signed within an specified time period, as defined by hospital guidelines.


• Completes forms pertinent to patients’ medical records and issues diagnostic orders, which must be signed within a specified time period, as defined by hospital guidelines. Interprets and evaluates patient data to determine patient management and treatment. Mentors, develops, inspires, educates and leads staff members in patient care setting. Enhances efficiency and cost effectiveness by identifying opportunities to decrease costs, as applicable to the job.


• Provides instructions and guidance regarding medical care matters to patients. Performs or assists with routine medical techniques and procedures.


• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply. Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

About Us

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

JOB INFO

Job Identification : 71108

Job Category : Practitioner

Posting Date : 2026-10-13T21:24:12+00:00

Job Shift : Day Shift

Locations : Kerman, CA, United States

Assignment Category : Full-time regular

Pay Range : The estimated base pay for this position is $132,384 to $198,577. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team for more information.

Hiring Department : AHMO Kerman

Shift Length : 8 Hours