Doctors Medical Center of Modesto — the largest full-care hospital between Stockton and Fresno and from the Sierras to the San Francisco Bay Area — is recruiting a full-time Neurosurgery Physician Assistant to join its surgical team in Modesto, California. This is a hands-on operative role with first- and second-assist responsibilities across neurosurgery and trauma, embedded in a 394-bed acute care facility that offers one of the most comprehensive service-line mixes in California's Central Valley. The position reports to the Lead PA and the Chief Executive Officer and carries a rotating schedule that reflects the breadth and acuity of a regional referral center.
Perks and Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, and auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- Full-time, rotating schedule embedded in an active neurosurgery service at a high-acuity regional referral center
- First- and second-assist surgical roles across neurosurgery and trauma cases
- Pre- and post-operative patient care responsibilities spanning the full surgical episode
- 394-bed general acute care hospital with an additional 67-bed inpatient psychiatric unit — the largest full-care facility in the region
- Comprehensive service lines including neurosurgery, cardiology, orthopedics, emergency and trauma, minimally invasive and robotic surgery, women's and children's services, oncology, behavioral health, and critical/intensive care
- Privileges granted through Medical Staff Bylaws and Title 16 of the California Administrative Code
- Participation in quality assessment and continuous quality improvement/performance improvement activities
- Collaborative, multidisciplinary environment with advanced technology across surgical and diagnostic services
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent, with completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program
- Current California Physician Assistant license granted by the Physician Assistant Examining Committee
- Active DEA registration
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications
- 1–2 years of PA experience preferred; neurosurgery or surgical subspecialty background is advantageous given the operative scope of the role
- Physical capacity to stand and walk for extended periods, lift and position up to 50 lbs, and perform procedures requiring manual dexterity and rapid mobility
About the Community
Modesto sits in the heart of California's Central Valley, roughly 90 miles east of San Francisco and 65 miles south of Sacramento — close enough to major metros for weekend access, yet offering a cost of living well below the Bay Area. The region is flanked by the Sierra Nevada foothills to the east, providing year-round access to hiking, skiing, and lake recreation, while the Valley's agricultural heritage supports a vibrant local food and wine culture. Modesto's established neighborhoods, strong school options, and genuine sense of community make it a practical and appealing base for clinicians seeking California lifestyle without California urban pricing.