Women's Health PA/ Surgical PA

PIH Health is seeking a dedicated and skilled Physician Assistant with experience in both Women's Health and Surgical first assist to join our dynamic Women’s Health Team. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide comprehensive patient care across both clinical and surgical settings.

Why You’ll Love it Here:

• Meaningful Work: Make a direct impact on the lives of women and families through compassionate, comprehensive care
• Unique Role:Enjoy a dynamic and flexible schedule tailored around surgical and clinic responsibilities, so you can maintain a healthy balance and professional growth
• Team Collaboration: Work alongside experienced OB/GYN physicians, nurses, and fellow providers who are committed to excellence and continuous improvement
• Nonprofit Mission: Join a mission-driven organization committed to high-quality, compassionate care in our communities
• Seamless EMR: Use a unified EMR system across the network that makes coordinating care with specialists easier.
• Competitive Compensation: Guaranteed salary, retirement plans, malpractice coverage and excellent benefits package included paid sick time off.

About the Area:

The area offers the perfect balance of suburban charm and urban convenience. Nestled just a short drive from both Los Angeles and Orange Counties, it provides easy access to world-class dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions. Its central location means you can enjoy a morning hike in the mountains, relax on the beach by the afternoon or a day at Disneyland. With a friendly community, great schools, and a variety of parks and outdoor activities, Downey is an ideal place to live, work, and play.

Why PIH Health:

PIH Health is a nonprofit regional healthcare network with three hospitals, 100 outpatient medical offices, 7 Urgent Care Centers, and a medical foundation employing over 500 physicians and mid-level providers. PIH Health offers a comprehensive range of services, including hospice care, with an unwavering focus on patient well-being and comfort.

Our organization is home to more than 7,500 compassionate and dedicated employees. PIH Health has earned recognition as one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals, a testament to our commitment to providing exceptional care to our community.  

Our leadership is dedicated to putting patients first—a cornerstone of our mission, vision and values.

EOE M/F/D/V

At PIH Health, you’re not just another staff member – you’re part of a close-knit, dedicated family committed to providing exceptional care. If you’re looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and join a team that truly values you, we’d love to have you on board!

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Physician Assistant works closely with the supervising physician to coordinate a course of treatment for patients in the ambulatory care setting: perform histories, physical exams, order and collect lab and diagnostic studies and interpret data to formulate a diagnosis or treatment plan. The PA will also serve as a first assist in OB/GYN surgery cases and will perform any other procedures as assigned by the supervising physician. This may include pre-and post-natal OB Care, and pre- and post-operative care, patient education and discharge.

Required Skills

• Demonstrated expertise in OB/GYN surgery
• Knowledgeable regarding OB/GYN PA scope of practice.
• Able to perform duties as first assist in surgery.
• Demonstrated expertise in surgical first assist procedures.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal and conflict resolution abilities.
• Independent performer.

Required Experience

• Current California Physician Assistant license
• Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant School
• One to three (1-3) years direct patient care clinical experience.
• One to three (1-3) years of surgical first assist experience
• Evidence of continuing education and self-development to support license requirements
• Board Certification: Board certified by the National Certification Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants