Physician Assistant (Interventional Radiology) - Visalia, CA

Physician Assistant (Interventional Radiology) - Visalia, CA

Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM (or 7:30 AM-4:30 PM) No evenings, weekends, holidays, or call

Position Summary:

A leading radiology practice in Visalia, CA is seeking a skilled Physician Assistant to support its Interventional Radiology team. The PA will assist with image-guided procedures, patient consultations, and outpatient diagnostic services across both clinic and hospital settings. Candidates should have hands-on radiology procedural experience, strong clinical skills, and preferably Spanish proficiency. This role offers excellent opportunities for cross-training and professional growth within an advanced radiology environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with a wide range of image-guided procedures under physician supervision.
• Perform H&Ps, consultations, and follow-up visits in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Recommend appropriate imaging studies and support patient management plans.
• Administer or order IV medications and contrast agents as permitted.
• Perform key procedures, including biopsies, paracentesis, lumbar punctures, line placements, fluoro-guided procedures, pain-management injections, and minor cosmetic/diagnostic procedures.
• Assess patient physiological and psychological responses to treatments.
• Maintain high standards of radiation safety, patient safety, and quality compliance.
• Adhere to all regulatory, credentialing, and institutional guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Active PA-C certification.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on radiology procedure experience (required).
• Proficiency with paracentesis, lumbar punctures, biopsies, line placements, and fluoro-assisted procedures.
• Strong clinical evaluation and consultation skills.
• ACLS certification.
• Active California PA license or eligibility to obtain before start date.
• California Fluoroscopy Permit preferred (training/support provided if not yet obtained).
• Spanish-speaking strongly preferred.
• Willingness to relocate to Visalia, CA (relocation assistance available).

Work Setting:

This role includes a combination of:

• Inpatient hospital rounding and procedures
• Outpatient clinic visits and procedures
• Occasional support at an affiliated regional hospital

Patients typically range from ages 18-99. Daily patient volume varies based on procedures and consult load (approximately 10-30 per day).

Benefits:

• Relocation assistance: Up to $10,000
• Potential sign-on bonus (based on experience)
• Full family medical insurance
• Fully funded 401(k)
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Dental, vision, life insurance, and EAP
• Professional development support
• Medical reimbursement
• Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Support provided to obtain a California Fluoroscopy License and additional IR training