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West Covina, California

Assistant Lead Physician Assistant - Emergency Medicine

Physician AssistantNo callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$64-$90/hr

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Job Description

West Covina, CA – Seeking Emergency Medicine Advanced Providers

Become a Valued Member of Your Emergency Team

As an Advanced Provider, you play a critical role in our mission to improve lives in the Emergency Department and are a valued member of the full care team. At Vituity we know the impact you can have.

Join the Vituity Team. At Vituity we’ve cultivated an environment where passion thrives, and success comes through shared purpose. We were founded in a culture that values team accomplishments more than individual achievements, an approach we call “culture of brilliance.”

Together, we leverage our strengths and experiences to make a positive impact in our local communities. We foster this through shared goals and helping our colleagues succeed, and we also understand the importance of recognition, taking the time to show appreciation and gratitude for a job well done.

Vituity Locations: Vituity has opportunities at 900 practices across the country, serving 14.5+ million patients a year. With Vituity, if you ever need to move, you can take your job with you.

The Opportunity

  • Seeking Emergency Department/Urgent Care Center physician assistants and nurse practitioners.
  • Current PA certification (PA-C) and California PA licensure required.
  • Minimum of two years of experience with our group required.
  • Demonstrated reliability, sound judgment, and strong communication with providers and nursing leadership required.
  • Interest in scheduling, operations, and team development required.
  • The Practice – A Global System
  • Foothill Presbyterian Hospital – Glendora, California
  • Inter-Community Hospital – Covina, California
  • Queen of the Valley Hospital – West Covina, California
  • Part of Citrus Valley Health Partners and a faith-based not-for-profit hospital located in West Covina.
  • Level III Trauma Center, EDAP Center, and Comprehensive Stroke Center.
  • 263-bed facility with a 24-bed Emergency Department.
  • Annual volume of 64,000 with a 16%25 admit rate.
  • Vituity scribe support available.
  • Renowned for its family-centered maternity services and level IIIB Newborn ICU.

The Community

West Covina, California, is a dynamic city in the San Gabriel Valley that combines suburban comfort with easy access to Southern California attractions.

Known for its community-centric vibe, West Covina boasts landmarks like the Plaza West Covina, a bustling shopping and dining hub.

  • The city is also home to scenic parks such as Galster Wilderness Park, ideal for hiking and picnicking.
  • Seasonal weather features warm summers and mild winters, making outdoor activities enjoyable year-round.

Its central location allows residents to explore nearby Los Angeles attractions, the San Gabriel Mountains, and Orange County beaches with ease.

West Covina hosts a variety of cultural events and maintains a strong sense of community, offering excellent schools and family-friendly amenities.

Benefits & Beyond*

Vituity cares about the whole you. With our comprehensive compensation and benefits package, we are mindful of what matters most, and support your needs of today and your plans for the future.

  • Superior health plan options
  • Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D coverage, and more
  • Top Tier 401(k) retirement savings plans that offers a $1.20 match for every dollar up to 6%25 plus discretionary profit-sharing contributions (eligible January following 18 months of service)
  • Variety of Pre-Tax Savings Accounts including HSA, FSA, Dependent Care and Commuter Benefits
  • Time Off when you need it: Start with 4 weeks PTO annually and increase to 6 weeks with tenure, plus generous sick leave
  • Flexible scheduling for work/life balance

Annual Cash Bonus

  • Professional Expense Reimbursement for medical staff dues, states licenses, DEA license, and national recertification fees
  • Up to $1,500 annual allowance for medical education courses and professional memberships
  • Student Loan Refinancing Discounts
  • EAP and travel assistance included
  • Free education opportunities for personal and professional growth
  • Several wellness programs that focus on provider wellbeing and health
  • Purpose-driven culture focused on improving the lives of our patients, communities, and employees

Salary range for this role is $64-$90 per hour. Please speak with a recruiter for more information.

We are unified around the common purpose of transforming healthcare to improve lives and we believe everyone has a role to play in that. When we work together across sites and specialties as an integrated healthcare team, we exceed the expectations of our patients and the hospitals and clinics we work in. If you are looking to make a difference, from clinical to corporate, Vituity is the place to do it. Come grow with us.

Vituity does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Vituity is committed to complying with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity.

*Benefits for part-time and per diem vary. Please speak to a recruiter for more information.

Applicants only. No agencies please.

Key Responsibilities

The Assistant Lead Physician Assistant will provide high-quality emergency medical care while contributing to team development and operational success. This role involves collaborating with nursing leadership and providers to ensure efficient department performance and patient outcomes.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current PA-C certification and California PA licensure. A minimum of two years of experience within the Vituity group is required, along with demonstrated leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinical leadershipPatient careOperations managementTrauma careStroke care

Emergency Medicine — Physician Assistant Career Context

Of the 50 active Emergency Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 74% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$160k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $145k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Assistant Lead Physician Assistant - Emergency Medicine at Med America a 6.7 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 5% in Emergency Medicine (PA) — ranked against 113 active Emergency Medicine (PA) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

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Salary Distribution37 jobs · 26 employers

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<$145k
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12
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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks32 jobs · 26 employers

401k / retirement match
88% this job
CME allowance
72% this job
Sign-on bonus
59% this job
Relocation assistance
28%
Loan repayment
13% this job

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Work-life snapshot

median 1.5this job 6.7
Among the best 10% of Emergency Medicine (PA) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 113 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call

Living in West Covina

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$813k
Typical market rent
$2,580/mo
Residents’ average commute
33 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
113.6
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Med America

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Emeryville, CA
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
Life and AD&D
401k with $1.20 match per dollar up to 6%
Profit Sharing
HSA
FSA