Surgical Advanced Practice Provider-(PHYSCN AST

Job Overview

To provide independent advanced practice provider clinical expertise to patients and their families on an on-going basis. This includes the management of chronic stable medical conditions, routine care, acute or critical care, and medical and specialty protocols (e.g., chemotherapy) as defined by standardized procedures for your specific department. Patient management decisions are independent where appropriate after assessment of the patient and interdependent with consultation with an attending or other team member.

PA’s are expected to act as an expert resource person for health care providers including nurses, residents and ancillary staff.

Provides direct patient care to a diversified patient population. Applies knowledge, experience, and judgment to determine the importance of a situation, set priorities, and use abstract thought to evaluate clinical situations. Participates in patient and staff education. Demonstrates leadership skills and demonstrates accountability for own practices as defined by the California Physician Assistant Board.

Apply By Date: 2/16/2026 at midnight

• California licensed Physician Assistant (PA)
• Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Certificate within 3 months of hire
• National PA board certification in an aligned specialty with the practice area
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR
• AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 7 days of hire date
• Graduation with a master's degree or PhD from an accredited Physician Assistant program, or completion of certified Physician Assistant training from an accredited program.
• Recent clinical rotation on a surgical and/or orthopedic service as part of the Physician Assistant program
• Ability to cope with personal stress experienced by team members, other professionals, and caretakers
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Judgment skills to effectively meet the needs of patients
• Self‑direction and organizational skills to function in an independent role
• Ability to meet minimum standards for hospital credentialing and billing standards as a billable provider

• One year or greater experience as an ED or inpatient surgical service Physician Assistant

• Inpatient/Outpatient: 80% (includes responsibilities listed)
• Professional Development: 10%
• Quality and Evidence‑Based Practice: 5%
• Education/Research: 5%

UC Davis Health is at the forefront of incorporating Advanced Practice Providers (APP) as part of interprofessional care teams to support increasing numbers of complex care patients. APPs are vital parts of the multidisciplinary hospital‑based teams caring for our patients in specialty care throughout the UC Davis Health system.

Provide support of the Hand Consult and other surgical services as needed in the Emergency Department, including orthopedic surgery and trauma surgery. Manage assigned patients, consults, and procedures independently. Work collaboratively with physician colleagues in the division of labor to ensure timely consults and admissions. Perform procedures within scope of practice and standardized procedures. Support ward management and discharge functions for Hand Surgery and Plastic Surgery.

• Salary or Pay Range: $79.61–$105.05 per hour
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 138
• UC
  
  Job Title:
  
  PHYSCN AST
• UC Job Code: 009203
• Number of Positions: 3
• Appointment Type: Staff:
  Career
• Percentage of Time: 90%
• Shift (Work Schedule): Variable 12‑hour shifts, days and nights, including weekend rotation
• Location: Main Hospital (HSP
  001) - Sacramento, CA
• Union Representation: HX-Healthcare Professionals
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on‑site

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. For benefits details, see our Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees.

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