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Senior Physician Assistant

Stanislaus County

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 28 May 2026

💰 $150,529/yr($123,822/yr – $150,529/yr)

About the role

Posting number: 5169-26

Department: Health Services Agency

Job classification: SENIOR PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

Posting type: Open

Categories: Health Services, Medical

Summary

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The Health Services Agency (HSA) is seeking a Senior Physician Assistant who is passionate about providing high-quality care in a clinic setting and dedicated to serving patients in Family Medicine or Women’s Health. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, communicates effectively with patients and team members, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. We currently have a full-time opportunity available in our clinics located in Modesto, CA.

To learn more about the Health Services Agency, visit http://schsa.org.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Application Deadline: Continuous, but may close at anytime
Written Examination: Scheduled on a continuous basis, tentatively once per month.

THE POSITION

Provides a variety of primary diagnostic and medical care services under the direction of a Physician. Positions in this class are characterized by the responsibility for performing basic diagnostic, treatment, rehabilitative and supportive services and functions as a member of the primary health care or emergency medical team. This leadership position is distinguished from the entry-level Physician Assistant by the greater independence and expertise in job performance and by the progressive increase in quantity and quality of work performed. The Senior Physician Assistant also must achieve the full confidence and trust of the Primary Care Physician. This position is subject to overtime, standby, and callback assignments and performs related duties as required.

Examples of duties

Secure a comprehensive patient health history and performs physical examinations;
Recognize and evaluate medical problems which call for immediate attention by, or referral to, a Physician or clinic provider;
Perform, or may order performed for the patient, laboratory and diagnostic procedures;
Draw blood and collects specimens as indicated for additional tests;
Assist the Primary Care Physician in providing services to patients requiring continuing care, including the review of treatment and therapy plans;
Perform routine therapeutic procedures;
Develop diagnoses, records and present pertinent data to the collaborating Physician;
Collaborate with the Attending Primary Care Physician in ordering drugs and supplies, maintaining patient records and equipment;
Facilitate the Primary Care Physician's referral of patients to the appropriate health facilities or other community resource;
Instruct and counsel patients in matters pertaining to their physical and mental health;
Define and treat mild psychiatric disorders and refers cases to psychologists, psychiatrists, or other mental health workers for further evaluation;
Observe and record patient progress, update and summarize charts;
Screen daily, on a rotational basis, clinical laboratory reports for emergent abnormalities; and
Collaborate with physicians and other members of the health care team in providing care and acts as a consultant to their nursing staff in the area of specialization.

Qualifications

SKILLS/ABILITIES

Diagnose, treat and refer patients with abnormal health conditions;
Communicate orally and prepare clear, concise, written reports sufficient to explain diagnosis, patient history and follow up;
Practice basic diagnostic procedures, as a medical examiner, under supervision;
Facilitate the Primary Care Physician's referral of patients;
Assist in planning orientation for new Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants and review annually;
Use thermometers, stethoscopes, blood pressure devices and small medical instruments;
Assure compliance with policies and procedures and standards of care; and
Investigate and attempt to resolve complaints following departmental and County policy.

KNOWLEDGE

Routine diagnostic and treatment techniques used in practicing primary care medicine;
Ethics and laws under which medicine is practiced;
Socioeconomic principles of medicine;