Physician Assistant - Rural Primary Care, Community Health

Dignity Health; Mount Shasta (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in Mount Shasta is seeking a skilled Physician Assistant to deliver culturally respectful, patient-centered care in an outpatient primary care setting. Key responsibilities include conducting physical examinations, diagnosing patients, and prescribing treatments. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant academic degree, and licensure as a PA in California, along with a commitment to quality care and community outreach. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside dedicated healthcare professionals in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of a specialized Physician Assistant Training Program required.
• Licensed as a PA in good standing from the California State Physician Assistant Board.
• One year of experience as a Physician Assistant in an outpatient primary care clinic required.

Responsibilities

• Provides team-based integrated and culturally respectful patient-centered care.
• Orders diagnostic testing, interprets results and implements follow-ups.
• Prescribes medications and treatment plans based on patient needs.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Diagnostic testing

Patient education

Clinical best practices

Education

Academic degree

Graduate degree (preferred)

Tools

EMR documentation

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

A major healthcare provider in Mount Shasta is seeking a skilled Physician Assistant to deliver culturally respectful, patient-centered care in an outpatient primary care setting. Key responsibilities include conducting physical examinations, diagnosing patients, and prescribing treatments. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant academic degree, and licensure as a PA in California, along with a commitment to quality care and community outreach. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside dedicated healthcare professionals in a supportive environment.