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.

People First in Oakdale

Local Team Collaboration:

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

Qualifications:

• Board-certified/Board-eligible Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant certification.
• Additional certifications required: PALS, BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS Stroke certification.

Practice in the Heart of the Community

Scheduling:

• APPs work 10-hour shifts.
• Full-time is 120 hours per month.

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, Cowboy Museum, 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.

Purpose-Driven Work with Local Impact

Oakdale-Centered Care:

Our guiding principle is patient-first care, which means we focus on the people of Oakdale and nearby areas. You’ll be part of a team that’s making a real difference in the health of our neighbors.

Rewards and Benefits:

• Base compensation of $136k+
• W2 Benefits include:
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
  • 401k with matching contributions.
  • Paid malpractice, including tail coverage.