Physician Assistant (PA) - Cardiothoracic ICU (CTICU)

San Diego, California

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Job ID: R-342200
Date posted: 09/22/2026

Work Location

San Diego, California

Work Shift

Night – 08hrs (United States of America)

Why CHOC?

At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC’s compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals. Apply now to see where your career at CHOC can take you.

Job Summary

This Critical Care Physician Assistant (PA) position is accountable for a defined patient population under the supervision of a licensed physician. The Critical Care PA is the primary provider of care to acute, critical, complex chronically ill and well neonates collaboratively with the Division of Neonatology. Implements the role of expert practitioner, consultant, educator, and researcher within a specialized area of patient care. Provides preventive, diagnostic, and therapeutic healthcare services within the scope of licensure and in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. Some positions will be responsible for being on call according to a predetermined schedule or as needed, pursuant to hospital needs. This position is a "Critical Care" PA, which is defined as:
a. Clinically supervised by an ICU-credentialed physician.
b. Credentialed in Med Staff with critical-care-defined competencies/procedures.
c. Generally, they are working in a unit that is a 24/7 operation. Schedules are 24/7 and not limited to Monday-Friday w/ limited or no holidays

Pay Range

Minimum $156,416.00 Midpoint $195,520.00 Maximum $244,400.00

Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

JOB SUMMARY:

This Critical Care Physician Assistant (PA) position in the CTICU is accountable for a defined patient population under the supervision of an ICU-credentialed physician. Implements the role of expert practitioner, consultant, educator, and researcher within a specialized area of patient care. Provides preventive, diagnostic, and therapeutic healthcare services within the scope of licensure and in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. Some positions will be responsible for being on call according to a predetermined schedule or as needed, pursuant to hospital needs. Credentialed in Med Staff with critical-care-defined competencies/procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's Degree in a Physician Assistant Program

Current PA licensure in California

BLS for Health Providers (AHA)

Ped Adv Life Support Prov(AHA)

Certification: Physician Assistant, National Commission

Drug Enforcement Agency, DEA: DEA Controlled Substance II, IIn, III, IIIn, IV, V as required by department, dependent on scope of practice; If employee required to have DEA, Employee will request Medical Staff Privileges via the Med Staff Privilege form and will go through the AHP Med staff privileging process to prescribe Controlled Substances 2-5 privileges. Current DEA certificate will be tracked and maintained by Medical Staff Office.

Medicare Billing number (NPI-National Provider Identifier) upon hire but no later than by 3 months of employment

Successfully complete the credentialing process through Medical Staff Services

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

NRP Advanced Provider (AAP)

2 years of experience as CTICU Physician Assistant

2 years of experience in a direct clinical care position within specialty area if no CTICU PA experience

The current salary range for this position is $74.51 to $102.45

Rady Children's Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the "date posted" until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.

Work Environments - Functional Demand:

Physical Activity Requirements:

Physical Activity Lifting

Sensory Requirements:

Environment Requirements:

Non-Discrimination Statement:

CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws.

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the listed qualifications for a particular role, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another one of our opportunities.

If you desire support or accommodations throughout the Talent Acquisition process, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner.

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