Urology Physician Assistant

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Urology Physician Assistant (PA), you will become an essential member of a thriving Urology department within Mercy Medical Group, a leading multi-specialty practice in the Sacramento region. This role focuses on an outpatient clinic with hospital rounding on pre-op and post op patients.  We empower you to provide crucial clinical support, delivering high-quality care to patients with diverse urologic needs across Dignity Health Medical Foundation locations, enhancing patient outcomes and satisfaction.

Every day you will manage a dynamic patient caseload, conducting new patient consultations and follow-up visits, employing your expertise to manage a wide range of urologic problems. Your responsibilities include obtaining medical histories, performing physical examinations, formulating differential diagnoses, and collaboratively establishing treatment plans with supervising physicians. You will educate and counsel patients on diagnoses and treatments, write orders, prescribe medications (including controlled substances), ensure meticulous documentation, and serve as a vital liaison for patients and healthcare teams. Occasional hospital rounds for post-operative care may also be included.

To be successful in this role, you will be a skilled and compassionate Physician Assistant with a robust understanding of urology, capable of operating effectively within your scope of practice. You should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a strong commitment to patient education, and a meticulous approach to clinical documentation. This full-time position offers a stable Monday-Friday schedule with no nights or call responsibilities  

We offer the following incentives to eligible new hires:

• Competitive compensation ($141,158 - $187,358 + bonus DOE)
• Sign-on bonus Relocation assistance
• 100% employer-paid medical and dental for your family
• 401(k) with employer matching
• CME allowance

 

Job Requirements

Required:

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
• Current and unrestricted California NP or PA license
• National certification (AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA)

Where You’ll Work

Mercy Medical Group (MMG) is a dynamic, growing organization with a long-standing history of providing exceptional medical care in the Sacramento area. MMG is a large multi-specialty medical group of 500+ providers comprised of primary care physicians, specialists in more than 30 medical and surgical specialties, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners. These professionals provide seamless primary and specialty care, working together to meet the unique needs of each individual patient. 

Dignity Health is a member of CommonSpirit Health®, one of the nation’s largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people. #HEC

Community Description

Sacramento, California’s capital city, offers a dynamic blend of urban sophistication and natural beauty. Known as America’s Farm-to-Fork Capital, the city features a thriving food scene, a rich arts and cultural community, and an abundance of outdoor recreational opportunities. With proximity to Lake Tahoe, Napa Valley, San Francisco, and the Sierra Nevada, residents enjoy convenient access to weekend getaways and adventure. Sacramento also boasts top-rated schools, several major universities, and a more affordable cost of living compared to other major California cities—making it an ideal place for both personal and professional growth.