Senior Oncology/BMT PA Leader & Educator

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 171,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health in California seeks a Physician Assistant to provide primary medical management for oncology/BMT patients under the BMT program, leading care with the multidisciplinary team and performing procedures such as bone marrow biopsy, lumbar puncture, and skin biopsy. You will participate in rounds and weekly BMT clinical meetings to ensure cohesive care.

The role includes patient and staff education, policy development, and research participation.

Qualifications

• Graduate from ARC-PA approved Physician Assistant program.
• California Physician Assistant license.
• Current PA Certification from NCCPA.
• BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications at time of hire with commitment to obtain ART within six months.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary medical management for oncology/BMT patients under physician supervision.
• Lead by example in professional image and leadership within the BMT Program.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary care team to ensure consistent medical management across care continuum.
• Perform specialized procedures (bone marrow biopsy, lumbar puncture, skin biopsy).
• Present patient cases during rounds and weekly BMT clinical meetings.
• Educate patients, families, and staff; contribute to policy development and revision.
• Participate in research and community outreach; liaison with community physicians.

Skills

Oncology/BMT expertise

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Patient education

Clinical rounds

Education

ARC-PA approved PA program

California PA license

Tools

NCCPA Certification

Job description

UC San Diego Health in California seeks a Physician Assistant to provide primary medical management for oncology/BMT patients under the BMT program, leading care with the multidisciplinary team and performing procedures such as bone marrow biopsy, lumbar puncture, and skin biopsy. You will participate in rounds and weekly BMT clinical meetings to ensure cohesive care.

The role includes patient and staff education, policy development, and research participation.