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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Float Clinician I
Hiring at $75-$79/hour
Manteca, CA
Expected Travel to:
Additional affiliate float differential up to $3-$6/hour
What You’ll Do
Clinical Care
- Review and interpret the medical and social history of both male and female reproductive health patients;
- Perform appropriate medical screening procedures/exams for both male and female patients;
- Interpret laboratory data, order additional laboratory investigations when indicated and ensure appropriate follow-up;
- Provide a full range of contraceptive methods, including self-administered options and injections.
- Perform medical assessment and management of basic STI and genito-urinary conditions for both male and female patients;
- Provide medication abortion, as indicated.
- Prescribe and educate on emergency contraception.
- Diagnose and treat uncomplicated STIs and genitourinary conditions.
- Perform wart treatment and basic dermatological procedures.
- Provide gender-affirming hormone therapy and related care.
- Offer premenopausal and menopausal health services.
- Act as a medical consultant to clinic staff;
- Manage emergency situations in the health center;
- Participate in staff meetings relating to center management and provides staff training in current medical procedures which are relevant to reproductive health;
- Contribute to achieving health center productivity goals.
- Demonstrate PPMM customer service standards;
- Assist in other areas of center support work as required.
Patient-Centered Exams & Management
- Conduct and interpret medical histories for sexual and reproductive health visits.
- Perform pelvic and breast exams, Pap smears, and other screening procedures.
- Order and interprets laboratory tests; ensure timely follow-up.
- Manage urgent health situations that arise during clinic operations.
Team Engagement
- Act as a clinical resource for medical assistants and support staff.
- Attend staff meetings and contribute to clinic productivity and quality benchmarks.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care.
What We’re Looking For
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner (NP), Physician Assistant (PA), Women’s Health NP (WHNP), or Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) program.
- Current, unrestricted license to practice in the state of California.
- Board Certification
- CPR/BLS certification (current or within 30 days of hire).
- Strong customer service mindset and ability to thrive in a team-based environment.
- Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Windows-based systems)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in reproductive health, OB/GYN, gender-affirming care, or family planning.
- Commitment to providing care that is respectful, inclusive, and affirming to all patients.
Why Work With Us?
At PPMM, we believe that everyone deserves access to high-quality health care — no matter who they are or where they come from. When you join our team, you become part of a mission to protect and expand reproductive freedom. You’ll serve a diverse patient population with compassion and clinical excellence in a fast-paced outpatient setting. This is a meaningful opportunity to provide contraceptive care, abortion services, STI testing and treatment, gender-affirming services, and preventive care — all while being part of a collaborative care team.
We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of your patients.
We support our Clinicians with:
- Healthy work-life balance with standard health center hours and generous PTO accrual
- No after-hours charting
- Comprehensive 6-month training program
- Supportive, team-based clinical environment
- Full-time, benefits-eligible role (medical, dental, vision, retirement)
- CME support and ongoing professional development
The salary provided is pay for Float Clinician I. Upon completion of our robust 4-6 month training and a positive 6-month review, Float Clinician I employees are promoted to Float Clinician II.
What is a Float (Travel) Clinician?
A clinician that travels to other health centers. Float Clinicians receive an additional $3-12 per hour when traveling from a designated ‘home’ health center to support patient care at local, regional, and affiliate health centers. Float Clinicians are provided with:
- A higher base hourly wage
- Robust training
- Paid travel time
- Mileage reimbursement
- Float differential
Questions? Contact careers@ppmarmonte.org
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Float Clinician I
Hiring at $75-$79/hour
Manteca, CA
Expected Travel to:
Additional affiliate float differential up to $3-$6/hour
What You’ll Do
Clinical Care
- Review and interpret the medical and social history of both male and female reproductive health patients;
- Perform appropriate medical screening procedures/exams for both male and female patients;
- Interpret laboratory data, order additional laboratory investigations when indicated and ensure appropriate follow-up;
- Provide a full range of contraceptive methods, including self-administered options and injections.
- Perform medical assessment and management of basic STI and genito-urinary conditions for both male and female patients;
- Provide medication abortion, as indicated.
- Prescribe and educate on emergency contraception.
- Diagnose and treat uncomplicated STIs and genitourinary conditions.
- Perform wart treatment and basic dermatological procedures.
- Provide gender-affirming hormone therapy and related care.
- Offer premenopausal and menopausal health services.
- Act as a medical consultant to clinic staff;
- Manage emergency situations in the health center;
- Participate in staff meetings relating to center management and provides staff training in current medical procedures which are relevant to reproductive health;
- Contribute to achieving health center productivity goals.
- Demonstrate PPMM customer service standards;
- Assist in other areas of center support work as required.
Patient-Centered Exams & Management
- Conduct and interpret medical histories for sexual and reproductive health visits.
- Perform pelvic and breast exams, Pap smears, and other screening procedures.
- Order and interprets laboratory tests; ensure timely follow-up.
- Manage urgent health situations that arise during clinic operations.
Team Engagement
- Act as a clinical resource for medical assistants and support staff.
- Attend staff meetings and contribute to clinic productivity and quality benchmarks.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care.
What We’re Looking For
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner (NP), Physician Assistant (PA), Women’s Health NP (WHNP), or Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) program.
- Current, unrestricted license to practice in the state of California.
- Board Certification
- CPR/BLS certification (current or within 30 days of hire).
- Strong customer service mindset and ability to thrive in a team-based environment.
- Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Windows-based systems)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in reproductive health, OB/GYN, gender-affirming care, or family planning.
- Commitment to providing care that is respectful, inclusive, and affirming to all patients.
Why Work With Us?
At PPMM, we believe that everyone deserves access to high-quality health care — no matter who they are or where they come from. When you join our team, you become part of a mission to protect and expand reproductive freedom. You’ll serve a diverse patient population with compassion and clinical excellence in a fast-paced outpatient setting. This is a meaningful opportunity to provide contraceptive care, abortion services, STI testing and treatment, gender-affirming services, and preventive care — all while being part of a collaborative care team.
We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of your patients.
We support our Clinicians with:
- Healthy work-life balance with standard health center hours and generous PTO accrual
- No after-hours charting
- Comprehensive 6-month training program
- Supportive, team-based clinical environment
- Full-time, benefits-eligible role (medical, dental, vision, retirement)
- CME support and ongoing professional development
The salary provided is pay for Float Clinician I. Upon completion of our robust 4-6 month training and a positive 6-month review, Float Clinician I employees are promoted to Float Clinician II.
What is a Float (Travel) Clinician?
A clinician that travels to other health centers. Float Clinicians receive an additional $3-12 per hour when traveling from a designated ‘home’ health center to support patient care at local, regional, and affiliate health centers. Float Clinicians are provided with:
- A higher base hourly wage
- Robust training
- Paid travel time
- Mileage reimbursement
- Float differential
Questions? Contact careers@ppmarmonte.org
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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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
- Carbon Health36
- CommonSpirit Health10
- Dignity Health10
- Sutter Health10
- Family Health Centers of San Diego3
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services68
- Non-Profit & Social Services5
- Consulting & Professional Services1
- Insurance1
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 Carbon Health, CommonSpirit Health, and Dignity Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 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?
Carmichael, Sacramento, and San Francisco 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 1% of nurse practitioner or physician assistant openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 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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