**This employment opportunity is being recruited by Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego on behalf of Children's Specialists of San Diego.** JOB SUMMARY: This position is accountable for a defined patient population under the supervision of a licensed physician. Functions independently in a staff position, implementing the role of expert practitioner, consultant, educator, and researcher within a specialized area of patient care. Performs within the scope of licensures and in accordance with hospital policies. Some positions will be responsible for being on call according to a predetermined schedule or as needed, pursuant to hospital needs. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree Completion of a Physician Assistant Program Current California Physician Assistant license Current BLS for Healthcare Providers, issued by AHA Furnishing number, State of California (w/in 1 year of employment) DEA license for positions that require the writing of scheduled medications (within 1 year of employment) Medicare Billing number (NPI-National Provider Identifier) (Must obtain within 6 months of employment) Certification: Physician Assistant, National Commission (w/in 1 year of employment) Successfully complete the credentialing process through Medical Staff Services Successfully complete the requirements of the delegations of Services for the assigned division PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s Degree Two years of clinical nursing experience with emphasis in specialty area Experience in specialty area as a Physician Assistant Formal in-service education and/or lecturing skills Bilingual **The expected hiring range for this position is $61.30 to $84.29** Children’s Specialists of San Diego is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. EOE including disability/vet