Gastroenterology Physician Assistant

This position provides 8 half days of direct patient care in the Midtown ambulatory practice location, using clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment skills with appropriate consultation and collaboration with physicians. The role focuses on the specialty of Gastroenterology, specifically in IBD, hepatology, motility, general GI, and advanced endoscopy.

Responsibilities

• 80% Outpatient care (may include some or all of the following):
  • Provide clinical follow-up support for IBD, hepatology, motility, general GI, and advanced endoscopy
  • Increase access to new patients and procedures for GI physicians
  • Help reduce the backlog at GI/hepatology outpatient locations
• 10% Professional Development
• 5% Quality and Evidence-Based Practice
• 5% Research and Education

Requirements

• California Licensed Physician Assistant (PA)
• Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certification within 3 months of hire
• National PA board certification in an aligned specialty with the practice area
• American Heart Association (AHA) BLS CPR certification
• Master’s degree or PhD from an accredited Physician Assistant Program
• One (1) year or greater experience as a physician’s assistant
• One (1) year or greater recent clinical experience in GI
• Ability to cope with personal stress experienced by team members, professionals, and caretakers
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Judgment skills to effectively meet patient needs
• Self-direction and organizational skills to function independently
• Ability to meet minimum standards for hospital credentialing and billing as a billable provider
• Must be able to work and travel to primary care locations (Elk Grove, Folsom, Rocklin) if needed

Skills

• Clinical assessment and diagnostic skills in Gastroenterology
• Collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary teams
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Proficiency in numerical and communication skills

Benefits

• High-quality, low-cost medical plans for you and your family
• UC-paid dental and vision insurance premiums
• Extensive leave benefits, including pregnancy and parental leave, family & medical leave, and paid holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO), vacation, and sick time as stipulated in UC Davis Health policies or collective bargaining agreements
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities
• On-site Employee Assistance Program, including free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance options (life, short/long-term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options, including pension and retirement savings plans

Pay

Hourly salary range: $88.65–$116.97 (Salary Grade 138).

Schedule

Full-time (100%) position with a work schedule of Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. This role is 100% on-site at the Midtown Ambulatory Care Center in Sacramento, CA.

Physical Demands

• Standing: Frequent (3 to 6 hours)
• Walking: Frequent (3 to 6 hours)
• Sitting: Frequent (3 to 6 hours)
• Lifting/Carrying 0–25 lbs: Occasional (up to 3 hours)
• Pushing/Pulling 0–25 lbs: Occasional (up to 3 hours)
• Bending/Stooping: Occasional (up to 3 hours)
• Squatting/Kneeling: Occasional (up to 3 hours)
• Twisting: Occasional (up to 3 hours)
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders): Occasional (up to 3 hours)
• Reaching overhead: Occasional (up to 3 hours)
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion: Frequent (3 to 6 hours)

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration: Continuous (6 to 8+ hours)
• Complex problem-solving/reasoning: Continuous (6 to 8+ hours)
• Ability to organize and prioritize: Continuous (6 to 8+ hours)
• Communication skills: Continuous (6 to 8+ hours)
• Numerical skills: Continuous (6 to 8+ hours)
• Constant interaction with others: Continuous (6 to 8+ hours)
• Customer/patient contact: Continuous (6 to 8+ hours)
• Managing multiple concurrent tasks: Continuous (6 to 8+ hours)

This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy. Employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check, drug screening, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment. The final candidate will also be required to disclose any prior misconduct findings or ongoing investigations.