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Physician Assistant – New Grads Welcome

Optima MedicalPosted 4mo agoStill open, checked every night

Open in 7 locations

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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Physician assistants employed in Arizona earn a median of $64.73 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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About the job

About Optima Medical

Optima Medical is an Arizona-based medical group consisting of 34 locations and over 150+ medical providers, who care for more than 200,000 patients. Our mission is to improve the quality of life throughout Arizona and Nevada by helping communities "Live Better, Live Longer" through personalized healthcare, with a focus on preventing the nation’s top leading causes of death. We go beyond primary care with a full spectrum of services including cardiovascular health services, behavioral health, allergy testing and immunotherapy, in-house lab testing, imaging, chronic disease management, and other specialty health services. We aspire to aid the growth of our company by welcoming the most qualified and deserving candidates aboard.

We are seeking a Physician Assistant to promote and maintain patients’ health by providing tailored care. As a Physician Assistant, you will be expected to conduct physical examinations, interpret lab tests and monitor patients’ overall health. You will couple as a health provider and advocate for disease prevention by supporting people in their quest towards total wellness. Extensive clinical experience in primary care is highly valued. Team spirit and a positive attitude are a must, as you will be working closely with other healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

  • Examine patients and their medical records
  • Order and study diagnostic tests (blood tests, X-rays etc.)
  • Diagnose health conditions and illnesses
  • Propose treatments for chronic and infectious diseases
  • Prescribe medications
  • Maintain accurate records and schedules
  • Inform patients about their health conditions and prescribed medications
  • Educate patients and their family members on diseases, epidemics and prevention
  • Promote good health practices
  • Advance professional knowledge and conduct research

Skill

  • Proven experience as a Physician Assistant in a clinic setting
  • Expertise in primary care, acute care and chronic care practices
  • Knowledge of health and patient care regulations
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong ethics
  • Team spirit with a positive attitude
  • Willingness to continue gaining knowledge and clinical experience

Why join our team?

  • Competitive salary (dependent on experience and location)
  • Leadership and mentoring
  • Aggressive bonus structure
  • Fun work environment
  • Benefits (medical/vision/dental/401k/paid holidays)
  • Supportive and positive work environment

Pay Range:

$125,000 - $135,000 USD

From Optima Medical's job posting for Casa Grande, Arizona, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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