Critical Care Career

Critical Care Physician Assistant

Antioch, California

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Expertise. Teamwork. Purpose.

In critical care, APPs are essential to delivering high-acuity, evidence-based care when it matters most. You bring advanced clinical skill, adaptability, and calm leadership to complex ICU environments—ensuring timely interventions and seamless coordination across multidisciplinary teams.

As part of the largest Critical Care organization in the U.S., you are supported by a national infrastructure and a collaborative culture that values your expertise. Whether practicing on-site or through Tele-ICU, you are empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of critically ill patients.

Job Type: Full Time
Job Level: Experienced
Shift: Night
Travel: No

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Job ID:

JOB-000346

Date posted:

02/18/2026

Category:

Critical Care

Transform patient care as a Nocturnist Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider in the East Bay of California at Sutter Delta Medical Center

We believe in bringing "better" to our local community in Antioch, CA.—better care, better collaboration, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. If you're looking for a role that supports your professional growth and your connection to a vibrant community, we’d love to talk.

We are hiring for a Nocturnist position. A Nocturnist role requires working exclusively overnight shifts. Candidates must be comfortable with a nocturnal schedule and possess the ability to deliver exceptional patient care during nighttime hours.

Local Team Collaboration:

Become part of a cohesive and long-standing team at Sutter Delta
Work alongside a tele-ICU Intensivist to provide care for the ICU patients at night, with additional support from an Intensivist on call

Qualifications:

Active Physician Assistant certification.
Active California license preferred.
Ability to manage a high volume of complex cases, including critical interventions such as intubations, central lines, arterial lines, thoracentesis, chest tube placement, temporary hemodialysis catheter placement, mechanical ventilation management and lumbar puncture.
Prior experience practicing in the ICU as an acute care trained nurse practitioner- no new graduates.
Authorization to work in the United States.

Scheduling:

12-hour, onsite day Intensivist coverage, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Advanced Practice Provider 12-hour, onsite night coverage, 7 p.m. – 7 a.m. in collaboration with tele-ICU and Intensivist physician on-call at night.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide care to patients in the 12-bed medical/surgical ICU.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to independently assess, examine, and provide care to critically ill patients including procedures. They will present and participate in daily multidisciplinary rounds in the ICU, work autonomously and multitask within the critical care team, committing to excellence in clinical service while demonstrating problem-solving abilities necessary to serve our patients first.

Living and Working in Antioch:

Antioch is a vibrant and growing, picturesque community nestled along the San Joaquin River, located east of San Francisco. A hidden gem in the Bay Area, Antioch is a growing and desirable community with a variety of shopping and outdoor recreational activities. The lush, green landscape and waterfront make it a highly desired yet affordable destination. Antioch offers a variety of affordable housing options to meet every need, from single-family homes to condominiums.

Compensation:

Annual salaried compensation with sign-on bonus; $187,200 - $224,640 clinical salary based on 10 - 12, 12-hour night shifts per month.

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Our values in action

Uncompromising Care:

You deliver precise, patient-centered care in high-stakes moments. We support you with systems that respect your autonomy and elevate your impact because excellence is essential in every decision.
Collaboration:

You are part of a deeply connected team of APPs and intensivists who work side by side, building trust through shared decision-making and multidisciplinary coordination.
Accountability:

You lead with confidence, owning your role in the ICU, contributing to clinical strategy, and driving performance across diverse and complex care environments.
Ingenuity & Empathy:

You bring thoughtful solutions and steady leadership to critical situations, balancing clinical precision with compassion for patients, families, and your team.

Career Path

Trainee
Practicing
Single-site Leadership
Multi-site Leadership
Specialty Leadership

Trainee :
Start your journey as a new graduate or transition to an unfamiliar role by completing a structured clinical training program focused on developing essential competencies for high-quality patient care. This training is supplemented by a self-directed didactic curriculum to build a knowledge base and support ongoing professional growth.
Practicing :
Continue your career as a practicing clinician by continually expanding your clinical expertise and delivering exemplary patient care. Develop foundational leadership skills and contribute to organizational excellence by engaging in committees and supporting the implementation of quality improvement initiatives.
Single-site Leadership :
Assume leadership responsibilities at the practice level as a Lead Advanced Practice Provider, Associate Medical Director, or Medical Director. In these roles, you will oversee clinical teams, collaborate with hospital partners, and ensure both operational and clinical excellence within a single-site setting.
Multi-site Leadership :
Expand your impact by supporting multiple practices as a Regional or Divisional Lead Advanced Practice Provider. These roles emphasize the recruitment and retention of Advanced Practice Providers and facilitate team integration initiatives.
Specialty Leadership :
Advance to senior leadership as Chief Advanced Practice Officer, where you will collaborate with service line leaders to influence organizational programs and lead initiatives that develop team-based care models on a national scale.

Hear from our team

“At Sound, we don’t just hire APPs—we invest in them. From structured onboarding to ongoing collaboration with central services, we make sure our APPs have the foundation to thrive..”

April Burke,
Chief Advanced Practice Officer