Emergency Medicine Careers

Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant

Oakdale, California

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Urgency. Expertise. Purpose.

In emergency medicine, APPs are essential to delivering fast, effective, and compassionate care when it matters most. You bring clinical skill, adaptability, and calm leadership to high-pressure situations—ensuring patients receive timely, evidence-based treatment in moments of crisis.

With a national footprint and a culture rooted in collaboration, our emergency medicine programs empower APPs to thrive. Whether managing acute presentations or supporting throughput and coordination, you are backed by systems that value autonomy, teamwork, and continuous growth.

Job Type: Part Time
Job Level: Experienced
Shift: Day; Swing
Travel: No

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Job ID:

JOB-000917

Date posted:

04/09/2026

Category:

Emergency Medicine

Join our team as an Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant in Oakdale and lead the way in patient care at Oak Valley Hospital

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

We’re looking for a Board-Certified Physician Assistant to join our community-centered emergency department, committed to delivering great care. Enjoy a sustainable career with autonomy and predictable hours to support maintaining work-life balance.

Local Team Collaboration:

We are growing our strong and collaborative emergency medicine team size to 2.5 EM advanced practice providers (APPs) and 6+ EM physicians at Oak Valley Hospital.
Our model consists of 10 hours per day of APP coverage and 24 hours per day of physician coverage.

Qualifications:

Board-certified/Board-eligible Physician Assistant certification with preferred Emergency Medicine experience.
Additional certifications required: PALS, BLS, ACLS.
Authorized to work in the United States.

Scheduling:

APPs work 10-hour shifts.
Full-time is 120 hours per month; part-time option available.

Key Responsibilities:

An acute care hospital with a 12-bed ED (all private rooms) and four fast-track beds.
Annual volume of 20,579 with a 4% admission rate.
Average of 2.1 patients per hour.
The hospital includes 5 ICUs and 30 med/surg beds.
Level 4 Trauma goal in 2025/2026.
Radiology, including CT/Ultrasound and MRI, is available during daytime hours.
Specialty services include Anesthesiology, Interventional Radiology, Cardiology, General Surgery, Mobile Crisis Psych, Orthopedics, Pediatrics, and Wound Care.

Living and Working in Oakdale:

Oakdale is considered a family-friendly, historic town, home to boutique shopping and diverse cuisine, and it is perfect for the outdoor enthusiast.
Oakdale is known as the Cowboy Capital of the World and annually attracts visitors from all over.
This area’s attractions include Woodward Reservoir, the Cowboy Museum, the Orange Blossom Recreation Area, and Greger Basin.
The natural beauty of Oakdale is unbeatable! The Stanislaus River and the Sierra Nevada foothills are close by. Also, this area is considered the gateway to Yosemite National Park, Dodge Ski Resort, and Stanislaus National Forest.
We have excellent schools and a strong, close-knit, safe community.
This is also near two major cities- Modesto and Stockton.

Rewards and Compensation:

Average hourly compensation of $104.50/hr. Plus paid malpractice insurance, including tail coverage.
Benefits package included for benefit eligibility of 80 hours/month or more.

Jill Herrera, Clinical Recruiter | jherrera@soundphysicians.com | (612) 463-8395

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Our values in action

Uncompromising Care:

You deliver high-stakes care with speed and precision. We support you with tools and workflows that enhance your clinical impact because every moment counts.
Collaboration:

You are part of a dynamic, team-based environment where APPs and physicians work side by side, building trust through shared decision-making and coordinated care.
Accountability:

You lead with confidence, owning your role in the emergency department, contributing to clinical strategy, and driving performance across key metrics like throughput, patient experience, and safety.
Ingenuity & Empathy:

You bring clear thinking and calm leadership to unpredictable situations, balancing rapid decision-making 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

“The support APPs receive here is intentional. It’s not just about filling a role—it’s about setting people up for long-term success and making sure they’re empowered to deliver great care.”

APRIL BURKE, PA-C
Chief Advanced Practice Officer
“We're committed to our physicians and our advanced practice providers to ensure that they're equipped, supported, and work within a team environment to allow them to thrive.”

TONY BRININGSTOOL, MD
Chief Executive Officer, Emergency Medicine