Physician Assistant
cCARE (California Cancer Associates for Research & Excellence) is a member of the Navista alliance, a Cardinal Health company that provides support, technology, and resources to independent community oncology practices. As a member, cCARE receives support to remain independent while enhancing its ability to provide high‑quality, patient‑centered cancer care across central and southern California. The organization offers an integrated approach that includes medical oncology, radiation oncology, surgical oncology, a large infusion center, and a state‑of‑the‑art imaging department. cCARE fosters a collaborative, supportive environment focused on patient well‑being and professional growth. California Urology delivers advanced surgical techniques and personal quality care to its patients.
Compensation
Anticipated salary range of $150,000 – $170,000 per year. The range is an estimate and is determined by factors such as education, experience, skills, and internal pay equity. Bonus eligible: No.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid time off plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
- Work‑life resources
- Paid parental leave
- Healthy lifestyle programs
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care in office consultations, including assessment, work‑ups, triage, emergency work‑ins, and other patient care activities.
- Obtain and document health history, perform and document physical exams, and order and interpret diagnostic tests.
- Counsel patients regarding diagnosis and expected course of treatment.
- Collaborate with physician(s) to deliver appropriate direct‑care interventions within scope of practice.
- Collect, organize, record, and discuss data, applying sound clinical judgment based on best‑practice standards and evidence‑based medicine.
- Prescribe pharmaceuticals according to patient needs and conduct appropriate follow‑up and outreach.
- Ensure timely retrieval of laboratory, ancillary studies, and diagnostic consultation reports.
- Consult with internal and external staff to make appropriate referrals for acute, chronic, and preventive care.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (PA) from an ARC‑PA accredited program.
- Urology and/or critical care experience (3+ years preferred).
- EMR/computer proficiency.
- Required certification/licensure for PAs (NCCPA board certified) or Nurse Practitioners licensed in California.
- Current DEA controlled‑substance license.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including hospital call and rounding within a team‑structured schedule.