This position will provide advanced practitioner care to Orthopaedic Spine patients under the supervision of a Spine specialty physician. Care includes, but is not limited to, providing diagnostic, therapeutic, procedural and preventative care. This position will examine, diagnose and decide treatments for patients, including interpreting radiology reports and lab results. The PA will take patient histories, write prescriptions, order therapies and may provide surgical assistance, Patient management includes care across the orthopaedic experience, including consultation, pre-procedural care, procedural care and post-procedure follow up in the hospital and hospital based clinics. This position is primarily based in the C Street Spine Center, but incumbent must be able to travel and work occasionally at other clinic or hospital locations to meet business needs.
Apply By Date: 7/26/2026 at 11:59 p.m. PSTMinimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position - California Licensed Physicians Assistant (PA)
- National PA board certification in an aligned specialty with the practice area
- Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Certificate within 3 months of hire
- American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR
- American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- CITI Certification prior to any involvement in Clinical Research within three (3) months of hire
- Graduation with a master's degree or PhD from an accredited Physician Assistant program
- One (1) year or greater experience as a PA required, dedicated fellowship accepted
- One (1) year or greater recent clinical experience in Orthopaedic specialty care
- Ability to cope with personal stress experienced by team members, other professionals, and caretakers
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Judgment skills to effectively meet the needs of patients
- Self-direction and organizational skills to function in an independent role
- Ability to meet minimum standards for hospital credentialing and billing standards as a billable provider
Preferred Qualifications - Recent PA clinical experience in spine procedures
- Recent experience with wound care
- Experience managing urgent referrals from the community
- Ability to learn to assist in operations, performing tasks under direct supervision of the attending orthopaedic surgeon
Key Responsibilities - 60% - Clinical Practice
- 20% - Coordination and Collaboration
- 10% - Patient Advocacy and Support
- 10% - Education/Research
Department OverviewThis position is with the UC Davis Health School of Medicine Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, an academic/clinical department, encompassing several sub-specialties, working to achieve excellence in patient care, teaching, research and public service. The Department's strategy is built on four pillars: Impactful Advocacy; In-demand, World-Class Education; Innovation through Leading-Edge Research; and World-Class Quality, Value-Driven Clinical Care.
POSITION INFORMATION - Salary or Pay Range: $ 88.65-$ 116.97
- Salary Frequency: Hourly
- Salary Grade: 138
- UC Job Title: PHYSCN AST
- UC Job Code: 009203
- Number of Positions: 1
- Appointment Type: Staff: Career
- Percentage of Time: 100 %
- Shift (Work Schedule): Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM
- Location: Cannery Business Park (HSP110) - Sacramento, CA
- Union Representation: HX-Healthcare Professionals
- Benefits Eligible: Yes
- This position is 100% on-site
BenefitsOutstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page .
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- High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
- UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
- Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
- Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
- WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
- On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
- Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
- Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
Physical Demands - Standing - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Bending/Stooping - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Squatting/Kneeling - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Twisting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Environmental Demands - Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Loud noise levels - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Extreme Temperatures - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Mental Demands - Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Work Environment - UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.
- Ability to work overtime or flexible hours. Ability to occasionally provide coverage at various clinical locations in the greater Sacramento area to meet business needs.
Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position - This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
- This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
