Job Description
Physician Assistant
Posting Number: A01065
Campus: Patient Care Center-Pomona, CA
Department: 1415-University Medical Center - UMC
Classification Pay Scale
In compliance with SB 1162, Western University of Health Sciences is providing a pay scale for this position. The pay scale reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this position. Within this range, the individual pay is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, and work location. Please note that the compensation details listed reflects the base salary only.
Expected Pay Scale
Minimum: $110,000.00 Annually
Maximum $122,500.00 Annually
Job Summary
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Good verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to effectively interact with health care professionals and patients.
- Must have working knowledge of common desktop computer software, including basic familiarity with Electronic Medical Record and tablet based health record systems and have a general knowledge of audio-video recording systems.
- Must be able to function independently, make sound judgment calls, and be able to practice within the full scope of the Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner License
- Demonstrate a commitment to working in an organization that values and promotes humanism.
- Must possess a valid, active driver's license and have the ability to drive to local Renal Replacement Therapy (Dialysis) centers as required to perform the essential functions of the position.
Required Qualifications
- (Physician Assistant) Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program or(Nurse Practitioner) FNP and National Certification required
Experience:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in healthcare deliver.
Licensure:
- (Physician Assistant) California Physician Assistant License and NCCPA Certification required or (Nurse Practitioner) FNP and National Certification required
Health Clearance:
- Must submit all required health related documents prior to employment. May be required to maintain annual records for items such as TB clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates will be given strong preference.
Posting Date: 09/23/2026
Closing Date: 09/23/2027
Essential Job Duties
- Provides quality patient care within scope of the license as an integral part of the healthcare team.
- Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to provide efficient quality patient care.
- Assesses and monitors patient response to procedures and treatments. Reports patient condition and reaction to tests, drugs, treatments, and any significant incidents to the attending physician.
- Document patient encounters in a clear and timely manner in the patient's electronic health record.
- Provides care coordination for the patients in-between visits including returning patient calls, medication refills, interacting with other members of the healthcare team etc. with the goal of optimizing patient health outcomes.
- Travels to local Renal Replacement Therapy (Dialysis) centers as needed to support patient care.
- Establishes and implements the plan of care for patients by evaluating all pertinent information and collaborating with healthcare team.
- Orders diagnostic tests and procedures, medication, consultations, work-ups, etc within scope of practice.
- Provides educational information to patients, family, etc.
- Oversees teaching of students during rotations in the Medical Center.
- Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position and future growth of the practice and/or University.
To apply, visit https://jobs.westernu.edu/postings/37542
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Western University of Health Sciences, located in Pomona, CA and Lebanon, OR, is an independent nonprofit health professions university, conferring degrees in dental medicine, health sciences, medical sciences, nursing, optometry, osteopathic medicine, pharmacy, physical therapy, physician assistant studies, podiatric medicine and veterinary medicine. WesternU is home to WesternU Health, where the best in collaborative health care services is offered and WesternU Pet Health, where we enhance and prolong the loving relationship between families and their pets.
For over 45 years, WesternU has prepared health care professionals for long-term career success. Our educational approach is centered around humanistic values, so that our graduates treat every patient as the unique individual they are. WesternU also is one of the largest graduate schools for the health sciences in California and our Alumni rank among the top leaders in health care and medicine throughout the country and the world.
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