Physician Assistant - Occupational Medicine
Listed compensation
$120k-$160k
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
Ask the employer about the work setting, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Competitive salary
Paid Time Off
Up Clinics is an occupational medicine and urgent care clinic. We provide work-related injury care and related services.
Position Overview
We are seeking a full-time Physician Assistant (PA-C) to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented clinical environment. The ideal candidate will have experience or a strong interest in occupational medicine, workplace injury management, and preventive care for employees across a wide range of industries.
Responsibilities Include
Conducting pre-employment physicals, DOT exams, and return-to-work evaluations
Evaluating and Managing Work-related Injuries and Illnesses
Performing minor procedures (e. g., suturing, splinting, wound care)
Collaborating with physicians, case managers, and employers for continuity of care
Documenting clinical findings accurately and in a timely manner in the EMR
Supporting wellness initiatives and preventive care programs
Qualifications
Current and valid PA-C license in California
BLS/CPR certification (ACLS a plus)
Previous experience in Occupational Medicine, Urgent Care, or Primary Care preferred
Excellent communication, clinical judgment, and time management skills
DOT certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
What We Offer
Competitive salary
Monday–Friday schedule – No weekends or on-call
Malpractice insurance
Paid time off
Supportive Work Culture
Be part of a team that makes a meaningful impact in the community and helps individuals stay healthy and safe on the job.
Key Responsibilities
The Physician Assistant will conduct pre-employment physicals, DOT exams, and manage work-related injuries and illnesses. They will also perform minor procedures and collaborate with physicians and employers to ensure continuity of care.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Occupational Medicine — Physician Assistant Career Context
Of the 50 active Occupational Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 14% are remote, 46% have no call, 60% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$140k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $126k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.2 / 10 · above average in occupational medicine | ranked against 172 Occupational Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$126k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Medicine listings in California | 26 active | 175 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 14% remote · 46% no call · 60% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | California Physician Assistant listings: 26% state a sign-on bonus · 12% offer loan repayment423 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Occupational Medicine hiring demand | #1 of 6 specialties | postings stay open a median 35 days · 43% state a sign-on bonusWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 93 postings, 33 closed |
| New Occupational Medicine listings | 184 in the last 30 days | 147 the 30 days before (+25%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Occupational Medicine pay trend | −7.4% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician Assistant - Occupational Medicine at Universal Point Clinics a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the Above average in Occupational Medicine — ranked against 172 active Occupational Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
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