Provide outpatient primary care services to diverse rural populations, managing both acute and chronic medical conditions. Collaborate with integrated care teams, including RNs and behavioral health specialists, to deliver compassionate, patient-centered healthcare.
Requirements summary
Requires an active California Physician Assistant license and DEA registration, with a strong commitment to serving underserved rural communities. Three or more years of outpatient experience is preferred, and Spanish-speaking ability is encouraged.
Description Rural Physician Assistant | Northern California Mountains | $212K+ Potential Full Time | Outpatient Primary Care | Community Health
Elizabeth Banzhaf, LPN Co-Founder & COO | Heartline Staffing Call or Text
272-230-3157
LinkedIn: View Elizabeth’s LinkedIn Prefer a quick conversation instead of applying? Call or text Elizabeth directly at 272-230-3157.
Heartline Staffing, in partnership with Purple Cow Recruiting, is hiring a Physician Assistant in Willow Creek, California.
Position overview
Mission-driven outpatient Physician Assistant opportunity serving a rural Northern California community
Panel-based primary care role focused on managing acute and chronic medical conditions
Integrated care environment with strong RN, MA, behavioral health, and specialty support
Opportunity to practice meaningful medicine while living surrounded by mountains, rivers, and forest land
High-impact provider role within collaborative outpatient care model
Why this opportunity stands out
Base salary up to $168,553 annually
Additional annual production bonus potential up to $44,000
Access bonus paid biweekly for patient panel target achievement
Partnership-track sign-on and retention bonus structure available
Federal loan repayment eligibility up to $300,000
Strong onboarding and mentorship support for long-term success
Outdoor-focused rural lifestyle with exceptional work-life balance opportunity
Schedule
Full-time outpatient schedule
5x8 shift structure
Outpatient-only primary care environment
No inpatient responsibilities
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS • Annual base salary
$148,627.20 – $168,553.60
$12,400 annual access bonus paid biweekly for panel target achievement
Up to $44,000 annual production bonus potential
Partnership eligible sign-on and retention structure available
Benefits
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Laptop and cell phone provided
29 days paid time off
Language differential pay for Spanish speakers
Annual production bonus up to $44,000
Access bonus for patient panel target achievement
Relocation reimbursement up to $20,000
Sign-on and retention bonus structure
Federal loan repayment eligibility up to $300,000
Annual professional expense credit of $5,000
Annual base salary up to $168,553
Alternative non-partnership compensation structure available
$10,000 relocation reimbursement
Additional $10,000 relocation assistance for qualifying family relocation
29 days paid time off including CME, holidays, and sick time
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
$5,000 annual professional expense credit for licensing, DEA, CME, and equipment
Laptop and cell phone provided
Language differential pay available for Spanish-speaking providers
NHSC and federal loan repayment eligibility ranging from $75,000–$300,000
Role responsibilities
Provide outpatient primary care services to diverse patient populations
Manage acute and chronic medical conditions within collaborative care environment
Partner closely with integrated care teams including MAs, RN support, behavioral health, and specialty resources
Participate in quality improvement and patient-centered care initiatives
Deliver compassionate, mission-driven healthcare to underserved rural populations
Environment
Integrated outpatient community health organization
Strong mentorship and provider onboarding support
Team-based care model with extensive support services
Rural Northern California mountain and river community setting
Outdoor-focused lifestyle with hiking, rafting, fishing, and forest recreation nearby
ABOUT HEARTLINE STAFFING Heartline Staffing partners with leading healthcare organizations nationwide to connect mission-driven providers with meaningful opportunities focused on patient care excellence, work-life balance, and long-term professional growth.
Requirements
Active California Physician Assistant license REQUIRED or ability to obtain
DEA registration REQUIRED or ability to obtain
Outpatient primary care experience strongly preferred
Three or more years of outpatient experience preferred
Commitment to rural and underserved community healthcare REQUIRED
Strong collaboration and communication skills REQUIRED
Comfortable managing patient panels independently within team-based environment REQUIRED
Mission-driven mindset and compassionate care approach REQUIRED
Spanish-speaking candidates encouraged to apply
Not ready to formally apply? That is completely fine. Many providers prefer a brief confidential conversation first. You are welcome to call or text Elizabeth directly at 272-230-3157.
Heartline Staffing is a Strategic Talent Partner with Purple Cow Recruiting. Applications are securely processed through Purple Cow Recruiting’s system.
