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Senior Physician Assistant – Or, Robotics

Ucla Health
UCLA Health
3-5 years
$82.40 – $110.87/hrs
10 July 4, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./M.Sc/B.Pharm/M.Pharm/Life Science Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

 

Senior Physician Assistant – OR, Robotics (Los Angeles, CA)

Job Summary:
UCLA Health is seeking a highly skilled Senior Physician Assistant (PA) to join our surgical robotics team in the Operating Room (OR) in Los Angeles. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with the Da Vinci robotic surgical system, supporting advanced surgical procedures across multiple specialties including urology, gynecology, thoracic, and cardio-thoracic surgery. If you have a passion for surgical innovation, team collaboration, and robotic technology in healthcare, this is your chance to join a world-renowned medical institution.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in robotic surgical procedures across multiple specialties including urology, general surgery, gynecology, thoracic, and cardio-thoracic.

  • Set up and troubleshoot the Da Vinci robotic system and surgical instrumentation.

  • Place trocars and assist laparoscopically during procedures.

  • Collaborate with residents, fellows, surgeons, and nursing staff to ensure optimal surgical care.

  • Serve as a liaison between the OR team and vendors; support video documentation and teaching efforts.

  • Facilitate operating room setup, turnover, and consent processes.


Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Current California Physician Assistant license in good standing.

  • PA certification (NCCPA).

  • Proven experience in robotic surgery assistance using Da Vinci systems.

  • Strong understanding of laparoscopic and open surgical techniques.

  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.

  • Ability to work on-call, holidays, and weekends as scheduled.


Compensation:

  • Hourly Salary Range: $82.40 – $110.87

  • Full-time, Staff – Career appointment


Perks & Benefits:

  • Comprehensive health insurance for employees and family

  • Retirement planning and competitive pension programs

  • Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave

  • Global Employee Assistance Program

  • Life assurance

  • Access to UCLA wellness and employee development programs


Company Overview:

UCLA Health is a top-tier academic medical center and one of the most respected healthcare institutions in the world. With a legacy of delivering advanced medical care, pioneering research, and professional excellence, we provide a supportive environment for healthcare professionals seeking to advance their careers in innovative, patient-centered care.


Work Mode: On-site (Los Angeles, CA)


Call to Action:

If you're ready to take your surgical PA career to the next level in one of the nation’s leading healthcare organizations, apply now to join the robotics surgical team at UCLA Health.