Senior PA - Advanced GI & Endoscopy (Telehealth)

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

Job summary

UC San Diego invites applications for a Senior Physician Assistant in Advanced Gastroenterology and Endoscopy. The role focuses on independent patient assessment, complex GI care management, and coordination of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in a fast-paced ambulatory setting.

The Senior PA collaborates with GI physicians, APPs, and nursing staff to deliver high-quality care, including expedited consults and telehealth follow-up.

Qualifications

• Graduate from ARC-PA approved PA program.

Responsibilities

• Provide independent clinical assessment and management for complex GI patients.
• Coordinate diagnostic testing, procedures, and follow-up for Advanced GI conditions.
• Triage referrals and facilitate appropriate diagnostic evaluation and care pathways.
• Collaborate with GI physicians, APPs, nursing, and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Telehealth experience

Patient education

Time management

Communication skills

Education

ARC-PA approved PA program

California PA license

NCCPA certification

BLS/ACLS with ART plan

1+ year PA experience

Specialty certification preferred

Tools

Epic In Basket

MyChart

EMR documentation

Job description

UC San Diego invites applications for a Senior Physician Assistant in Advanced Gastroenterology and Endoscopy. The role focuses on independent patient assessment, complex GI care management, and coordination of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in a fast-paced ambulatory setting.

The Senior PA collaborates with GI physicians, APPs, and nursing staff to deliver high-quality care, including expedited consults and telehealth follow-up.