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Interventional Radiology Physician Assistant

University of California - San Francisco
San Francisco, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/8/2026

The IR Procedural Physician Assistant will provide sterile first-assist support in IR suites and independently perform select low-complexity procedures and associated periprocedural care, enabling increased procedural throughput, maximum utilization of space and staff resources, and allowing attendings to focus on higher-complexity interventions while meeting the needs of the entire health system for routine and complex Interventional Radiology care.



Requirements:

Graduation from a PA Program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the PA (ARC-PA).

Two (2) years procedural or acute care PA experience

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience working in an academic medical center or large integrated health system
Demonstrated sterile technique and procedural skill.
Prior independent performance of paracentesis and thoracentesis.
Prior ultrasound-guided biopsy experience

License / Certification:


1. California Physician Assistant (PA) License without restriction
2. National Board Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
3. California Driver License (if required for position)
4. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Registration with Schedules 2, 2N, 3, 3N, 4, and 5 registered to a California address
5. American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
6. Additional required AHA certifications: ACLS
7. Additional required certifications (such as ENLS):None


UCSF Medical Center and Campus requires certain healthcare providers to be credentialed. In most cases this is done through its Office of Medical Affairs & Governance (OMAG) prior to the first working day. Credentialing and approval of the Standardized Procedures takes between 60-90 days but can vary.


About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html


Requirements:

Graduation from a PA Program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the PA (ARC-PA).

Two (2) years procedural or acute care PA experience

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience working in an academic medical center or large integrated health system
Demonstrated sterile technique and procedural skill.
Prior independent performance of paracentesis and thoracentesis.
Prior ultrasound-guided biopsy experience

License / Certification:


1. California Physician Assistant (PA) License without restriction
2. National Board Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
3. California Driver License (if required for position)
4. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Registration with Schedules 2, 2N, 3, 3N, 4, and 5 registered to a California address
5. American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
6. Additional required AHA certifications: ACLS
7. Additional required certifications (such as ENLS):None


UCSF Medical Center and Campus requires certain healthcare providers to be credentialed. In most cases this is done through its Office of Medical Affairs & Governance (OMAG) prior to the first working day. Credentialing and approval of the Standardized Procedures takes between 60-90 days but can vary.


Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

 

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