(PA) Sr. Physician Assistant - Neurosurgery

(PA) Sr. Physician Assistant

• Neurosurgery UC San Diego Health
• 4.1 San Diego, CA Job Details $77.84
• $102.

54 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Treatment plan development Report writing Medical law Phone communication Medical equipment operation Patient assessment Writing skills BLS Certification OR experience ACLS Certification Clinical instruction Diagnostic evaluation Basic life support Data interpretation Patient progress monitoring Patient interaction Progress documentation Patient treatment Managing patient records Medical terminology Physician Assistant License PA-C Full Job Description Other San Diego, CA 92093,

United States Payroll Title:

PHYSCN AST SR

Department:

NEUROLOGICAL SURGERY

Hiring Pay Scale $77.84

• $102.

54 /

Hour Worksite:

Other Appointment Type:

Career Appointment Percent:

100%

Union:

HX Contract Total Openings:

1

Work Schedule:

Days, 12-Hour Shifts, Sunday-Saturday #139590 (PA) Sr. Physician Assistant•

Neurosurgery Filing Deadline:

Fri 5/22/2026 UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply. UCSD Layoff from

Career Appointment :

Apply by 5/13/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants :

Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION UC

San Diego Department of Neurosurgery is among the leading neurosurgical centers in the country. The Department offers challenging career opportunities in the diverse areas of state-of-the-art clinical services, advanced educational programs, and cutting-edge research. The department is committed to offering a dynamic learning environment and growing opportunities to its talented and dedicated employees. Under the direction of the Chair of Neurosurgery and APP Supervisor, the incumbent functions as a patient care provider in the inpatient unit at Palomar Medical Center, supporting our Neurosurgeons covering this location . May include covering the ICU, IMU, medical/surgical, and the operating room, as well as cross-covering our primary UCSD sites. The Senior Physician Assistant (SPA) covers consults from the ED, plans, implements and evaluates healthcare treatments for neurosurgical patients in the inpatient setting. Direct supervision will occur by assigned physicians. Responsible for discharge summaries and transitions of care. In accordance with standardized procedures, the incumbent will perform certain clinical duties customarily carried out by physicians. The provider may further need to provide outpatient back-up or cross-coverage support.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must be a graduate from a physician assistant program approved by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA). California Physician Assistant (PA) license. Current PA Certification from NCCPA. BLS and ACLS certifications at time of hire with commitment to get ART within six months of hire date. Minimum of one (1) year of work experience as a licensed Physician Assistant. Experience must include inpatient, acute care neurosurgical or surgical experience.

Theoretical background in:

anatomy, physiology, general medicine, pulmonary, emergency and critical care medicine, management of common diseases, concepts of medicine and surgery, therapeutics including pharmacology, counseling techniques and interpersonal dynamics. Ability to perform initial history and physical examination, identify major medical problems, and formulate appropriate plans of action. Skills necessary to function as a first assistant in operative procedures, and knowledge of operating room standards and techniques. Ability to analyze and interpret data in a meaningful manner. Ability to maintain detailed medical information in an organized and easily retrievable manner. Knowledge of operating room standards and techniques. Knowledge necessary for instructing house staff, medical students, physicians, nurses, and other medical personnel in all aspects of surgical care. Writing skills to prepare clear medical reports, laboratory data, and progress notes, as well as policies, procedures, and protocols for patient care management. Ability to perform various medical procedures, for diagnostic studies and therapeutic modalities. Working knowledge of medical terminology. Ability to be trained in the use of specialized medical equipment. Ability to properly counsel patients and families, particularly in delicate or death and dying situations. Ability to communicate effectively with patients and other health care personnel. Ability to maintain good working relationships and communications with physicians in-charge, laboratory personnel, and members of the health care team. Ability to write orders regarding the execution of inpatient and outpatient plans of treatment. Ability to assess the daily status and progress of patients and report this effectively to the physician in-charge and other medical care personnel associated with the patient. Knowledge of all types of treatment and modalities necessary for the patients care and well-being and the skill in recording nursing/medical assessment findings accurately and completely. Skill at providing clear written, verbal and telephone communication with a wide variety of people. Knowledge of medical ethics and law practices, pertaining to medical and medical socioeconomics.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Three (3+) or more years of Inpatient neurosurgical experience. Experience with neurosurgical procedures including lumbar puncture, placement and removal of intracranial pressure monitoring devices, interrogation, adjustment and access of ventriculoperitoneal shunts.

EPIC EMR

experience. Experience at a trauma receiving hospital.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Work location

• Palomar Medical Center.

Must be willing to work flexible, variable hours with the ability to change schedule on short notice. Position may require the ability to work evenings/nights. Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs. Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical. Must be able to obtain UCSD Medical Staff privileges and maintain during employment. Due to advanced practice credentialing eligibility, clinical advanced practice experience must be within the last two years gained through school or work experience.

Pay Transparency Act Annual Full Pay Range:

$162,530

• $214,104 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent:

$77.84

• $102.

54 Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable). If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable. UC San Diego Health Sciences is comprised of our School of Medicine, Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, The Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science, and our Student Health and Well-Being Department. We have long been at the forefront of translational — or "bench-to-bedside" — research, transforming patient care through discovery and innovation leading to new drugs and technologies. Translational research is carried out every day in the hundreds of clinical trials of promising new therapies offered through UC San Diego Health, and in the drive of our researchers and clinician-scientists who are committed to having a significant impact on patient care. We invite you to join our team! Applications/Resumes are accepted for current job openings only. For full consideration on any job, applications must be received prior to the initial closing date. If a job has an extended deadline, applications/resumes will be considered during the extension period; however, a job may be filled before the extended date is reached. To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information. UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti-Discrimination Policy Abusive Conduct in the Workplace Job Details Date Posted 05/08/2026