Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant Jobs in California
Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant jobs in California represent one of the most active advanced practice markets in the country, with strong demand across large hospital systems, federally qualified health centers, urgent care networks, and specialty clinics at every level from new graduate to experienced practitioner. The heaviest hiring concentrates in Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area, and San Diego, where established systems like Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and UCSF Health maintain a consistent presence. Family practice, psychiatry, and urgent care are among the most in-demand specialties statewide. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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As our Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA), you will join the collegial and diverse multi-specialty group at Dignity Health Medical Group – Dominican, playing a pivotal role in building healthier communities in Watsonville, CA.
You will provide outpatient care, embracing autonomy and flexibility in your work, with no weekends or evenings. You'll practice alongside collaborative and experienced physicians, benefiting from robust mentorship, support, a dedicated MA team for efficient workflow, and an internal pharmacy department handling daily refills. Our Humankindness culture ensures you are valued as an individual, not just a number.
To be successful in this role, you will be an energetic and motivated Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with a commitment to serving the community and fostering your professional growth within a supportive environment.
We are offering a competitive salary range of $140,000 - $160,000 (DOE) with uncapped productivity incentives, a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and additional productivity and quality incentives. You will also receive comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance for both yourself and your family, malpractice insurance, a 401(k) plan with employer matching, CME allowance, and the advantage of being an Eligible Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
Job Requirements
Required:
- Board-certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
- Active or eligible license in the state of California
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
- 1+ years of recent relevant experience preferred
- Spanish fluency strongly preferred
Where You'll Work
Dignity Health Medical Group – Dominican, a service of Dignity Health Medical Foundation, is a multi-specialty, physician led and patient centered group providing high quality medical services to patients throughout Santa Cruz County. Dignity Health Medical Group - Dominican is affiliated with Dominican Hospital. Aligned with Dignity Health, one of the largest health systems in California, our group is connected and committed to the highest standards of healthcare.
Dignity Health is a member of CommonSpirit Health®, one of the nation’s largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people. #HEC
Pay Range
$140,000 - $160,000 /year
As our Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA), you will join the collegial and diverse multi-specialty group at Dignity Health Medical Group – Dominican, playing a pivotal role in building healthier communities in Watsonville, CA.
You will provide outpatient care, embracing autonomy and flexibility in your work, with no weekends or evenings. You'll practice alongside collaborative and experienced physicians, benefiting from robust mentorship, support, a dedicated MA team for efficient workflow, and an internal pharmacy department handling daily refills. Our Humankindness culture ensures you are valued as an individual, not just a number.
To be successful in this role, you will be an energetic and motivated Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with a commitment to serving the community and fostering your professional growth within a supportive environment.
We are offering a competitive salary range of $140,000 - $160,000 (DOE) with uncapped productivity incentives, a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and additional productivity and quality incentives. You will also receive comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance for both yourself and your family, malpractice insurance, a 401(k) plan with employer matching, CME allowance, and the advantage of being an Eligible Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
Job Requirements
Required:
- Board-certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
- Active or eligible license in the state of California
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
- 1+ years of recent relevant experience preferred
- Spanish fluency strongly preferred
Where You'll Work
Dignity Health Medical Group – Dominican, a service of Dignity Health Medical Foundation, is a multi-specialty, physician led and patient centered group providing high quality medical services to patients throughout Santa Cruz County. Dignity Health Medical Group - Dominican is affiliated with Dominican Hospital. Aligned with Dignity Health, one of the largest health systems in California, our group is connected and committed to the highest standards of healthcare.
Dignity Health is a member of CommonSpirit Health®, one of the nation’s largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people. #HEC
Pay Range
$140,000 - $160,000 /year
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Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Sutter Health44
- Carbon Health41
- Vituity22
- CommonSpirit Health15
- Agile Occupational Medicine15
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services78
- Agriculture & Farming3
- Non-Profit & Social Services3
- Insurance2
- Science & Research1
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nurse practitioner or physician assistant jobs across California.
- Active California Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license issued by the Medical Board of California or California Board of Registered Nursing
- Master's degree or doctoral degree in nursing or physician assistant studies from an accredited program
- Current national certification such as NCCPA for physician assistants or ANCC and AANP for nurse practitioners
- Active DEA registration and California state controlled substance permit for prescribing roles
- Current BLS certification required and ACLS certification preferred for acute care or hospital settings
- Experience with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Cerner in a clinical setting
Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a nurse practitioner or physician assistant in California?
Nurse practitioners in California must hold a master's or doctoral degree in nursing and pass a national certification exam through ANCC or AANP before applying for licensure with the California Board of Registered Nursing. Physician assistants must complete an accredited PA program and pass the PANCE, then obtain licensure through the Medical Board of California. Both pathways also require a California Furnishing License or DEA registration to prescribe controlled substances in most clinical settings.
Which companies hire nurse practitioner or physician assistants in California?
Employers hiring nurse practitioner or physician assistants in California right now include Sutter Health, Carbon Health, and Vituity, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's size and dense health system infrastructure mean openings appear continuously across large integrated networks, safety-net clinics, and specialty groups throughout the state.
Which California cities have the most nurse practitioner or physician assistant jobs?
San Francisco, Sacramento, and Los Angeles have the highest concentration of nurse practitioner or physician assistant openings in California. Los Angeles and the Bay Area drive volume through their large integrated health systems and dense specialty clinic networks, while San Diego's strong military and research hospital presence adds consistent demand and sustains openings even in suburban and community health settings throughout Southern California.
Are there remote nurse practitioner or physician assistant jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Advanced practice roles in nursing and physician assisting are primarily hands-on, requiring direct patient contact, so fully remote positions make up a small share of the market. About 9% of nurse practitioner or physician assistant openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026. Telehealth roles in psychiatry, primary care follow-up, and chronic disease management are the most common remote options in this field.
How can I get hired as a nurse practitioner or physician assistant in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate residency or fellowship programs, which Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and several UC Health facilities in California run specifically for new NPs and PAs entering primary care, urgent care, or hospital medicine. Candidates who completed clinical rotations at California institutions have an advantage when applying to those same systems. Holding an active California license, a completed national certification, and documented preceptorship hours in a specialty like family medicine or emergency care strengthens any new-graduate application significantly.
Where can I find and apply to nurse practitioner or physician assistant jobs in California?
You can find and apply to nurse practitioner or physician assistant jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from employers hiring now. Find roles that fit your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly through each listing without any intermediary step.
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