Physician Assistant / San Diego / Full Time (JR614)

Sharp Community Medical Group; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Metro Family Physicians Medical Group, Inc. in San Diego is seeking a Physician Assistant to provide high-quality clinical care under physician supervision in a Family Medicine setting.

The role requires a PA degree, state licensure and ongoing CME; bilingual English/Spanish preferred; you will perform exams, order tests, administer vaccines, assist in procedures, and support patient education while upholding HIPAA and service standards.

Qualifications

• PA license or eligibility in the state of practice.
• Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.
• Experience in family medicine is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient examinations and obtain medical histories.
• Order and interpret X-rays, EKGs, and lab tests.
• Perform immunizations, injections, suturing, wound care, and infection management.
• Prescribe medications within scope of practice and clinic guidelines.
• Develop patient care plans and provide education and counseling.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

B.Sc./MA in Physician Assistant Studies

Job description

Description

Position: Physician Assistant

Location: San Diego - Metro Aera

Salary Range: $125,000 - 135,000 (Based on experience)

About Us: Metro Family Physicians Medical Group, Inc. is a dedicated Family Medicine practice committed to supporting strong, healthy families through personalized wellness plans tailored to every lifestyle. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional patient-centered care and fostering a collaborative, supportive work environment. We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Physician Assistant (PA) to join our team. The PA will provide high‑quality clinical care under physician supervision while delivering outstanding service aligned with our mission and values.

Duties

• Conduct patient examinations, obtain medical histories, document findings, and determine preliminary diagnoses or follow‑up needs.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests including X‑rays, EKGs, and laboratory studies.
• Perform therapeutic procedures such as immunizations, injections, suturing, wound care, and infection management.
• Exercise sound clinical judgment and consult with supervising physicians as appropriate.
• Develop and implement patient care plans; provide patient education, counseling, and progress documentation.
• Prescribe medications within state scope of practice and clinic guidelines.
• Demonstrate Service Excellence using AIDET principles (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank You) in all patient interactions.
• Provide general health education on topics such as nutrition, family planning, emotional wellness, and preventive care.
• Assist physicians with emergency care and complex procedures.
• Communicate promptly regarding any patient care concerns or discrepancies.
• Maintain professionalism, punctuality, attention to detail, and positive collaboration with staff and supervisors.
• Uphold strict confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA and clinic policies.
• Participate in required training, meetings, and continuing education

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)/MA in Physician Assistant Studies, Health Science or Medical Science

Experience

• Completion of one of the following:
• A four‑year physician assistant baccalaureate program plus one year of clinical training, or
• A two‑year accredited PA program (requiring two years of undergraduate study) plus two years of post‑program clinical training.
• Current state accreditation based on certifying examination.
• Ongoing requirement: 100 hours of continuing medical education every two years and successful recertification every six years.
• Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.

Metro Family is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class.