Physician Assistant, Westside Internal Medicine
Listed compensation
$159k-$222k
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- No weekends
Job Description
We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!
Organization
PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation SCD
Position Overview
Delivers primary health care to patients by assessing physical and psychosocial conditions, such as acute or chronic illness or injuries, and providing medical consultation and treatment under physician supervision. Physician Assistant practice is per California Physician Assistant regulations and the delegation of service agreement between the Physician Assistant and the supervising physician.
Job Description
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:
2 years related clinical experience preferred. Epic experience preferred.
Skills and Knowledge
- Medical knowledge and skills applicable to perform within the scope of practice
- Thorough knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology
- Working knowledge of electronic health records such as EPIC, preferred
Critical thinking skills as it relates to specialized departments this may include the ability to complete age-appropriate assessments
Communication skills (verbal, written and listening) with ability to work effectively across the organization, especially in situations requiring instructing, persuading, negotiating, consulting and advising.
Technical and analytical skills for analysis and interpretation of test procedures and results in order to determine appropriate correction actions
Interpersonal skills with the ability to work with and collaborate across the organization and with patients and their families as needed
- Ability to effectively lead, mentor and/or develop others
- Math aptitude skills: i. e calculation of drug doses
- Computer skills to include entering accurate information into practice management and electronic health record
- Ability to lift and position patients properly using best practices
- Ability to maintain composure during challenging interpersonal interactions
- Active listening skills
- Ability to sit or stand for long periods
- Applies mental application and concentration to handle varying procedures and interruptions
Job Shift
Days
Schedule
Full Time
Days of the Week
Friday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Weekend Requirements
None
Benefits
Yes
Unions
Yes
Position Status
Exempt
Weekly Hours
32
Employee Status
Regular
Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.
- Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
- Pay Range is $158,629.12 to $222,077.44 / annual salary
The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
Key Responsibilities
The Physician Assistant delivers primary health care by assessing physical and psychosocial conditions, including acute or chronic illnesses or injuries. They provide medical consultation and treatment under physician supervision in accordance with California regulations.
Requirements
Candidates should have 2 years of related clinical experience and proficiency with electronic health records, specifically Epic. Strong medical knowledge, critical thinking, and the ability to work collaboratively across the organization are essential.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician Assistant, Westside Internal Medicine at Sutter Health a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Internal Medicine (PA) — ranked against 61 active Internal Medicine (PA) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
Internal Medicine — Physician Assistant Career Context
Sutter Health ranks #5 of 14 employers hiring Physician Assistant on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.
Of the 50 active Internal Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 66% 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 ~$190k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $172k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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