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Crescent City, California

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Emergency Medicine

Nurse PractitionerFull-Time Physician-Supervised State

Listed compensation

$65-$80/hr

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Job Description

Crescent City, 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 475 sites across the country, serving 9 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.
  • New Grads with a prior background as an EMT, ER Tech, Firefighter, or Military will be considered for the role.
  • Current national certification, DEA, ACLS, BLS, and PALS are required.
  • Current CA state license is required.

The Practice

  • Sutter Coast Hospital – Crescent City, California
  • Level IV Trauma Center with an 11-bed Emergency Department.
  • Annual volume of 22,000 patients with approximately 1.5 patients per hour.
  • Facility utilizes Epic EMR.
  • Additional resources at site include general surgery and nephrology with support from Sutter Health System.
  • Physician Assistant training program approved by national accrediting organization and recognized by the Physician Assistant Board.

The Community

Crescent City, California, is a coastal treasure in the far northern part of the state, offering unparalleled natural beauty and a tranquil lifestyle.

Nestled along the Pacific Ocean and surrounded by the towering redwoods of Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park, the city provides endless opportunities for outdoor adventures like hiking, kayaking, and enjoying the beach.

Landmarks such as Battery Point Lighthouse and the stunning Pebble Beach add to its charm, while the nearby Redwood National and State Parks draw visitors from around the world.

Crescent City enjoys a mild, maritime climate with cool summers and wet winters, making it ideal for those who love coastal living.

  • The friendly community and slower pace of life create a welcoming environment.
  • With its breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and proximity to natural wonders, Crescent City is a serene and inspiring place to work and call home.

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.
  • 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.
  • Yearly 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, travel assistance and identify theft 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 $65 - $80 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 Advanced Provider will serve as a vital member of the emergency care team, delivering high-quality medical services in an 11-bed Emergency Department. Responsibilities include managing patient care in a Level IV Trauma Center environment while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current California state license as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner, along with national certification, DEA, ACLS, BLS, and PALS. New graduates with relevant backgrounds such as EMT, ER Tech, Firefighter, or Military experience are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Trauma careClinical assessmentEmergency department operationsAdvanced life supportBasic life supportPediatric advanced life support

Emergency Medicine — Nurse Practitioner Career Context

Of the 50 active Emergency Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 16% are remote, 70% 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 ~$151k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $136k 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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Work-life snapshot

median 2.6this job 4.2
Better work-life than 80% of Emergency Medicine (NP) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 252 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Crescent City

Typical market rent
$2,075/mo
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow market rents (Aug 2026).

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

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Emeryville, CA
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Superior health plan options
Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D coverage
Top Tier 401(k) with $1.20 match per dollar up to 6%
Pre-Tax Savings Accounts (HSA, FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter)
4 weeks PTO annually, increasing to 6 weeks with tenure
Generous sick leave
Flexible scheduling
Yearly annual cash bonus