Physician Assistant - Pediatrics (Part-Time)

Neighborhood Healthcare; Beaumont (CA); On-site; USD 124,000 - 191,100; Full time

Job summary

Neighborhood Healthcare is seeking a Physician Assistant to deliver patient-centered care in Beaumont and Menifee, CA. This role involves providing direct healthcare services under the supervision of physicians, focusing on patient care, team support, and clinical administration. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree, California Physician Assistant License, and current BLS certification. The position offers a dynamic team environment and operates on a 32-hour weekly schedule with responsibilities including physical exams and therapeutic procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and completion of an accredited Physician Assistant Program required.
• California State Physician Assistant License in good standing required.
• Current CA DEA licensure required and must be maintained.
• BLS certification through an AHA-approved source required.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical examinations on patients.
• Order, administer, and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Perform therapeutic procedures such as injections and wound care.
• Develop and implement patient management plans.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions

Knowledgeable about direct patient care

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Excellent planning and organizational ability

Ability to work as part of a team

Ability to handle confidential information

Education

Bachelor's degree

Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant Program

California State Physician Assistant License

Current CA DEA licensure

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Role Overview and Purpose

The Physician Assistant works to support the mission and vision of Neighborhood Healthcare by providing excellent patient-centered care and services within a dynamic team environment. The Physician Assistant's primary responsibilities are providing direct healthcare services to patients under the direction and responsibility of Physicians in three main categories: direct patient care, team support, and clinical administration.

Work Schedule: 4 days a week, 8am-5pm (32‑hour week). 2 days at Menifee location and 2 days at Beaumont.

Responsibilities

• Direct Patient Care
  • Performs comprehensive physical examinations on patients, including review of patient medical data such as health history.
  • Orders, administers, and interprets diagnostic test results for tests such as X‑ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests.
  • Performs therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing, wound care, and infection management.
  • Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance.
  • Impacts patient experiences by demonstrating courteous and helpful behavior and a commitment to accuracy.
  • Assesses and provides age‑appropriate care to patients.
• Team Support
  • Shares accountability for overall patient health outcomes, working in coordination with care teams.
  • Operates to instill confidence in our care and in our facilities to patients, fellow employees, and other stakeholders.
  • Responds promptly and with caring actions to patients and employees.
  • Maintains professional working relationships with all levels of staff, clients, and the public.
  • Cooperates in accomplishing communicated department goals and objectives.
• Clinical Administration
  • Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in the provision of continuity of care.
  • Performs in accordance with NHC practice protocols and under the guidance and supervision of the supervising MD(s), according to the terms of the Supervisory Agreement.
  • Keeps informed of organizational activities and promotes mission and goals.
  • Functions at the highest level according to credentials and competency.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree and completion of an accredited Physician Assistant Program required.
• California State Physician Assistant License in good standing required.
• Current CA DEA licensure required and must be maintained as a condition of employment.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through an American Heart Association (AHA)-approved source required upon hire and must be maintained as a condition of employment.
• AHA-approved courses include an in-person, hands‑on skills check with a certified instructor using a mannequin to demonstrate CPR and emergency response techniques.
• Online-only BLS courses without a live skills check do not meet this requirement.

Additional Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including superior composition, typing, and proofreading abilities.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Knowledgeable about and experienced with providing direct care to patients.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent planning and organizational ability.
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently.
• Ability to work with highly confidential information in a professional and ethical manner.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift/carry 20 lbs/weight.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.

Compliance (Safety & HIPAA)

• Follow all safety procedures as outlined in Neighborhood Healthcare’s Illness and Injury Prevention Plan (IIPP) and report any injuries and/or unsafe conditions immediately.
• Maintain current knowledge of policies and procedures as they relate to safe work practices.
• Use appropriate body mechanics to ensure an injury‑free environment.
• Be familiar with the location of the nearest fire extinguisher and emergency exits.
• Follow all infection control procedures including blood‑borne pathogen protocols.
• Maintain privacy of all patient, employee and volunteer information and access such information only on a need‑to‑know basis for business purposes.
• Comply with all regulations regarding corporate integrity and security obligations.
• Report all behavior and/or activity that are unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful.

Pay Range

$124,000 - $191,100 per year, depending on experience (DOE).

Compensation Disclosure

The posted salary range reflects the designated pay grade for this position. While this range represents the broader classification of the role, actual compensation will be based on several factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s overall knowledge, skills, and experience, market data and industry benchmarks, internal equity within the organization, budgetary considerations and organizational needs. As a result, placement within the range is not guaranteed, and the full pay grade range may not be utilized.