UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals are consistently ranked among the nation's best children's hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. We have two main campuses serving children and their families, one in Oakland and one in San Francisco, as well as satellite locations throughout Northern California.

Our dynamic, highly skilled Pediatric Trauma Surgery APP team provides comprehensive care for patients with all pediatric general surgical conditions and traumatic injuries. We value individuals who are professional with strong interpersonal and communication skills and able to prioritize and adapt to changing situations. Our pediatric surgery APPs manage patients collaboratively with the Pediatric Surgery service team including residents, fellows, and attendings.

The Physician Assistant will act as a full member of the team taking responsibility for the safe delivery of care in collaboration with attending physicians, fellows and residents. This team member will meet productivity expectations as set forth by the Division Chief, performing any duties related to patient care activities that are appropriate and clearly delineated.

Advanced Practice Providers on the Pediatric Trauma Surgery Team provide care in rotating 12h shifts.

Minimum Availability Requirements:

This per diem position includes holidays and weekends with the following minimum availability requirements:

Four (4) shifts per eight (8) week schedule or ratio of 2 shifts per 4 weeks scheduled.
Weekend/Night Commitment: Must be available and willing to work at least 4 weekend (Saturday or Sunday) or 4 night shifts, if applicable, per 8-week schedule.
Holiday Commitment: Must be available to work one major UCSF holiday and one non-Major UCSF holiday per year (includes the holiday and the day before or after for a 2-day holiday period):
- Major UCSF Holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years, Memorial Day, July 4th or Labor Day
- Non-Major UCSF Holidays: MLK Jr. Day, President’s Day, Juneteenth, Mother’s Day, Halloween
- May be scheduled for the holiday in addition to the day before or day after the holiday

Expect inpatient clinical service to occur at UCSF BCH Oakland, primarily, but may be expected to provide care in San Francisco as well.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

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Physician Assistant PD - Pediatric Trauma Surgery (BCH-MIssion Bay/Oakland)