Physician Assistant (PA)

Physician Assistant (PA)We're hiring a Physician Assistant in Arcata, California who wants strong earning potential, loan repayment eligibility, and the opportunity to serve a mission-driven coastal community.You'll step into an outpatient, panel-based primary care role focused on caring for patients with complex medical needs in collaboration with an integrated care team. You'll work alongside dedicated medical assistants, RN support, behavioral health, chiropractic services, and telehealth consult resources to deliver comprehensive, community-centered care.You'll practice in Arcata, California, a vibrant Northern California college town known for its progressive values, towering redwood forests, and proximity to the Pacific Ocean.Why this role is compellingFull-time 5x8 schedule$12,400 annual access bonus paid biweekly for meeting 9-patient per clinic targetUp to $44,000 additional annual bonus potential for higher patient volumes$5,000 annual company credit card for licensing, DEA, CE, and equipment$25,000 sign-on plus retention bonuses if partnership eligibleAlternative sign-on and retention structure for non-partnership track$10,000 relocation reimbursementAdditional $10,000 relocation assistance for parent or in-lawStrong six-month mentorship and onboarding programIntegrated team model with 2 MAs and 0.7 RN per providerAccess to behavioral health, chiropractic, and specialty consult servicesNHSC and federal loan repayment options ranging from $75,000 to $300,000Language differential pay available for Spanish-speaking providersWhat makes you a great fitYou hold or are eligible for a California Physician Assistant licenseYou have three or more years of outpatient experience preferredYou're interested in rural health or serving underserved populationsYou thrive in collaborative, team-based environmentsYou're mission-driven and committed to compassionate, patient-centered careCompensation & BenefitsBase salary ranging from $148,627.20 to $168,553.60 annually$12,400 annual access bonus for meeting patient panel targetsUp to $44,000 annual production bonus potential$25,000 sign-on plus structured retention bonuses for partnership-eligible providersAlternative sign-on and retention structure for non-partnership track providers$10,000 relocation reimbursementAdditional $10,000 relocation assistance for qualifying family relocation29 days of paid time off including CME, holidays, and sick timeComprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning first of the month after startLaptop and cell phone provided$5,000 annual professional expense creditLoan repayment eligibility through NHSC and other federal programsIf you want a Physician Assistant role where you can practice mission-driven medicine while living on the Northern California coast, this is worth a conversation.