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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Our Ideal Candidate will have the following qualifications:
- A valid and current California license as a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM), Nurse Practitioner (NP), or Physician Associate (PA) required.
- Current furnishing license required (for NP).
- Current BLS & ACLS certification required from American Heart Association
- Master’s/Graduate degree required.
- National Board Certification required.
- Medi-Cal Provider application must be completed.
- NPI number required.
- DEA license preferred.
- Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and at least 2 Saturdays per month. If there are 5 Saturdays in a month, 3 Saturdays may be expected per month. Must be able to make every effort to work additional hours if needed to accommodate patient access in the event of a callout or health center disruption.
- Must be available to take rotating on-call duties. Minimum 1 weeklong shift per calendar year. Availability to work flexible hours including weekends (2 Saturdays per month)
- Must provide and have excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to work independently and as a team member.
- Ability to communicate and interact well with patients, staff, and volunteers.
- Demonstration of mature judgment, initiative, critical thinking, accuracy, and attention to detail is essential.
- Ability to read and implement written instructions.
- Ability to relate to diverse communities.
- Ability to maximize Health Center flow with appropriate utilization of Flow Facilitator.
- Professional appearance and attitude.
- Must be proficient in electronic health record (EHR) documentation.
- Ability and willingness to travel within Los Angeles County.
- Reliable means of transportation.
About the position:
- Abortion patients are cared for at each of our health centers, and in part through the administrative, support, and other non-clinical services provided at all PPLA locations, and by all PPLA employees. Supporting these critical services is an essential job duty, and a fundamental responsibility of all employees and contractors.
- Comply with agency medical protocols (unless Physician consult sought) at all times.
- Perform family planning services with intent to train on medication abortion (MAB) and procedural abortion (PAB) services, physical exams for all genders with special emphasis on the reproductive system, including breast examination, pelvic examination, male genital exams, cancer screening tests, diagnosis and treatment of sexually transmitted infections, Mid-Life Services counseling, and other types of more specialized procedures as indicated by Planned Parenthood Los Angeles (PPLA) Medical Standards & Guidelines (MS&Gs).
- Perform, order, and interpret diagnostic studies as indicated and permitted by PPLA MS&Gs.
- Perform examination and assessment of post-abortion clients including pelvic exams and labs when needed.
- Ability to interpret colposcopy results and/or follow-up plans for patients.
- Maintain PPLA standards of productivity. Minimum of 3 visits per hour and 18 work units.
- Recognize and treat minor deviations from the norm using PPLA MS&Gs and consulting with the Program Director, Charge Clinician, Senior Director of Clinical Services, Physician, Medical Director and/or Chief Medical Officer as needed.
- Label, dispense, and prescribe all FDA approved birth control methods, including emergency contraception.
- Placement and removal of long-acting reversible contraception such as IUDs and implants.
- Perform venipuncture, injections, and IV insertions.
- Proficient in microscopy and interpretation of results.
- Complete and maintain Rh, Beta and medication abortion (MAB) follow-up logs.
- Train or precept licensed health care professionals as needed.
- Act as a medical resource to and provide oversight of non-licensed staff.
The following are responsibilities of Planned Parenthood clinicians as outlined in the medical standards and guidelines:
- Secures a complete health history, including gynecologic, contraceptive, medical, surgical, sexual, family health, and psychosocial, performs a general screening physical examination, obtains and/or interprets appropriate diagnostic procedures and laboratory tests.
- Provide family planning, nutrition, sexual counseling, and principles of health promotion and maintenance to patients.
- Collaborate with other community agencies in providing comprehensive care when necessary.
- Provide appropriate management for individuals in need of reproductive related services, including contraception, infertility, and sexually transmitted infection treatment.
- Serves as a resource for medical and procedural abortion services.
- Conducts post-abortion follow-up examination with recognition of normal and abnormal findings and refers or collaborates with physician as appropriate.
- Recognizes ethical, legal, and professional issues inherent in providing care to individuals throughout the life cycle.
- Additional assignments based on training and competency.
Generous salary and benefits package includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage options for you and eligible dependents
- Free basic life/AD&D policy with additional voluntary coverage options
- Short Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident policies
- 403(b) Retirement plan with up to 3% employer match
- Medical and Dependent Flexible Spending Account plans
- Public Transportation and Commuter Pre-Tax Reimbursements
- Generous vacation, sick, and holiday benefits
- Company-paid renewal of medical license, BLS, and ACLS
- $500 annually for CME conferences
- 3 paid days off annually to obtain CMEs
- Malpractice coverage
- Hiring range: $75 per hour (Non-Exempt)
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Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Sutter Health35

- Carbon Health27

- Agile Occupational Medicine16

- Planned Parenthood13

- Providence11

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services37
- Science & Research1
- Agriculture & Farming1
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 Agile Occupational Medicine, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 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?
Sacramento, San Francisco, and Riverside 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 12% of nurse practitioner or physician assistant openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 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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