Physician Assistant – Primary Care Innovator

CommonSpirit Health; Santa Maria, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health’s Pacific Central Coast Health Centers is seeking a Physician Assistant to deliver advanced primary health care to adult patients, integrating credentialed expertise with clinical training in a team-based setting.

Responsibilities include taking histories, performing physical examinations, and managing acute and chronic conditions in collaboration with physicians. CA license and PA training are required; 1–3 years PA experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Physician Assistant studies required.
• PA license in California (CA PA:CA).
• Completion of a PA training program or prior work as a PA.
• Ability to develop treatment plans based on current standards and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Take patient histories and perform physical examinations for adults.
• Manage acute and chronic conditions in collaboration with physicians.
• Order labs, x-rays, and other tests as appropriate.
• Counsel patients and families on health promotion, prognosis, and management options; provide referrals as needed; diagnose and treat when indicated.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Physician Assistant studies

CA PA license (PA:CA)

Completion of PA training program or work as a PA

Job description

Dignity Health’s Pacific Central Coast Health Centers is seeking a Physician Assistant to deliver advanced primary health care to adult patients, integrating credentialed expertise with clinical training in a team-based setting.

Responsibilities include taking histories, performing physical examinations, and managing acute and chronic conditions in collaboration with physicians. CA license and PA training are required; 1–3 years PA experience preferred.