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PS Physician Assistant

Salt Lake City, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 19 May 2026

💰 $135,002/yr($105,893/yr – $135,002/yr)

About the role

Details

Open Date 05/19/2026 Requisition Number PRN45121B Job Title PS Physician Assistant Working Title Physician Assistant Career Progression Track UGR Track Level FLSA Code Professional Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary

4 10-hour shifts, including weekends and some holidays. 8:00 am – 6:00 pm. Scheduling is self-managed and coordinated collaboratively between the two inpatient nurses, without fixed or assigned workdays. Attendance at division meetings, educational series, and clinical meetings is expected as required, generally occurring on Wednesday and Friday afternoons.

VP Area U of U Health - Academics Department 00848 - Pediatric Administration Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $105,893 - $135,002 Close Date 08/19/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary

Job Summary

The Division of Pediatric Nephrology at the University of Utah School of Medicine is seeking a Physician Assistant to function as a member of the pediatric nephrology team. The team currently consists of 10 providers, 2 nurse practitioners, 1 dietitian and 2 registered nurses. This position will be responsible for delivering professional care to patients in an inpatient setting. As part of the patient care team, this position is responsible for providing optimal patient care through effective clinical practice; education of the patient, patient’s family, clinical staff, and others; consultation with other healthcare providers; and maintain current knowledge regarding options for optimal patient care and outcomes.

The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

Excellent health care coverage at affordable rates (see the Summary Comparison for more information)
14.2% retirement contributions
Generous paid leave time
11 paid Holidays per year
50% tuition reduction for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Flex spending accounts
University provided basic employee life insurance coverage equal to a salary of up to $25,000
Variety of elective insurance coverage, including life insurance, short and long-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet.
Free transit on most UTA services
Employee discounts on a variety of products and services, including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel
Professional development opportunities

Additional benefits information is available at https://benefits.utah.edu/.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

Assesses the physical condition of a group of patients by performing physical examinations and obtaining medical histories.
Formulates the medical plan and prognosis based on patient’s condition.
Consults with physician(s) regarding patient health care plans and treatment.
Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess the patient’s clinical problems and health care needs.
Initiates and/or recommends medical drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatment and procedures in accordance with approved protocols/policy.
Assists with delivery of CRRT, hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and plasmapheresis.
Assists with completion of kidney biopsies and admission for observation.
Assists with the ordering of and observation during medication infusions.
Complies with medical records policies regarding the complete and accurate documentation of patient care. Initiates and maintains requi