Critical Care Physician Assistant

Transform patient care as a **Nocturnist Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider in the East Bay of California at Sutter Delta Medical Center**

We believe in bringing “better” to our local community in Antioch, CA.—better care, better collaboration, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. If you’re looking for a role that supports your professional growth and your connection to a vibrant community, we’d love to talk.

We are hiring for a Nocturnist position. A Nocturnist role requires working exclusively overnight shifts. Candidates must be comfortable with a nocturnal schedule and possess the ability to deliver exceptional patient care during nighttime hours.

**People First in Antioch, CA.**

Local Team Collaboration:

• Become part of a cohesive and long-standing team at Sutter Delta
• Work alongside a tele-ICU Intensivist to provide care for the ICU patients at night, with additional support from an Intensivist on call

Qualifications:

• Active Physician Assistant certification
• Active California license preferred
• Ability to manage a high volume of complex cases, including critical interventions such as intubations, central lines, arterial lines, thoracentesis, chest tube placement, temporary hemodialysis catheter placement, mechanical ventilation management and lumbar puncture
• Prior experience practicing in the ICU as an acute care trained nurse practitioner- no new graduates
• Authorization to work in the United States

**Practice in the Heart of the Community**

Scheduling:

• 12-hour, onsite day Intensivist coverage, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
• Advanced Practice Provider 12-hour, onsitenight coverage, 7 p.m. – 7 a.m. in collaboration with tele-ICU and Intensivist physician on-call at night

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide care to patients in the 12-bed medical/surgical ICU
• The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to independently assess, examine, and provide care to critically ill patients including procedures. They will present and participate in daily multidisciplinary rounds in the ICU, work autonomously and multitask within the critical care team, committing to excellence in clinical service while demonstrating problem-solving abilities necessary to serve our patients first

Living and Working in Antioch:

• Antioch is a vibrant and growing, picturesque community nestled along the San Joaquin River, located east of San Francisco. A hidden gem in the Bay Area, Antioch is a growing and desirable community with a variety of shopping and outdoor recreational activities. The lush, green landscape and waterfront make it a highly desired yet affordable destination. Antioch offers a variety of affordable housing options to meet every need, from single-family homes to condominiums.

**Purpose-Driven Work with Local Impact**

Antioch Centered Care:

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

About Sound Physicians

As a physician-founded and led medical group, we believe that a better career—one with strong support and meaningful opportunity—leads to better care for patients. That’s why our promise is to bring better to the bedside: better ideas, better approaches, better care.

We practice hospital-based medicine at the community level, with empowered local teams and leadership supported by a nationwide network. Our multi-specialty medical group includes more than 4,000 physicians, advanced practice providers, CRNAs, and nurses working across 400 hospitals in 45 states.

At Sound, each of us is a care catalyst—creating exceptional clinical partnerships that unlock quality, affordable, and dignified care for every patient. We offer greater autonomy, flexibility, and support in your role and within your specialty, so you can focus on building meaningful connections across teams and communities.

Uncompromising care is a collective effort. While our clinicians provide care at the bedside, our business colleagues play a vital role—building strong teams, forming key partnerships, attracting great talent, and keeping operations running smoothly. Their work ensures our clinicians can stay focused on what matters most: caring for patients.

We are unified by purpose and driven by impact. With competitive total rewards and opportunities for purposeful growth and focused development, we empower you in your role and career. Together, we support our patients, our partners, and each other.