St. Joseph Heritage Medical Group is seeking a Per Diem physician assistant to join a well-established Cardiology team in Torrance, California.
This is an opportunity to be part of a new program supporting the CHIP/COT service line. It is a high-autonomy role ideal for someone who thrives in complex cardiac care and enjoys thinking outside the box. Work closely with an interventional cardiologist treating complex high‑risk coronary disease and chronic total occlusions while also participating in rounding during procedures, pre‑op consults, schedule support, and program outreach.
This is an opportunity to be part of one of the strongest, mission-driven healthcare organizations in the country as part of a supportive and collegial team in southern California.
Position Details:
- Per Diem role
- Variable schedule, on-call and weekend coverage
- Support the new CHIP/COT service line
- Highly collegial and experienced team including physicians, MAs, NPs, and PAs
- Average 12 to 16 patients per day
Compensation & Benefits:
- Compensation is between $95.06 and $126.56 per hour
The posted salary reflects the starting range of total compensation and may include productivity bonuses, incentives related to quality and performance, hospital/ED call stipends, extra shift incentives, and other forms of cash compensation as applicable to the position. In addition, providers typically receive a CME allowance and other benefits offered by their medical group employer. Please note that this salary range is provided in accordance with State law and is subject to variation due to the factors noted above.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Must be a PA-C with cardiology background
- Experience highly preferred, but new graduates with cardiology background are welcome to apply
- Must be comfortable with complex cardiac cases
- Must be comfortable working independently
Where You’ll Work
Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance has a 50-year legacy of excellence in this coastal south Los Angeles suburb and is one of six hospitals Providence operates in Southern California. Winner of Truven Health Analytics. 100 Top Hospitals award three years in a row, Little Company of Mary offers cutting-edge technology and therapies in cardiac, surgical and neonatal care, all in a state-of-the-art facility just 2 miles from the beach.
Where You’ll Live
Nestled in the South Bay area 25 miles southwest of downtown Los Angeles, Torrance is a diverse city with local eateries, outdoor parks, family-friendly neighborhoods and thriving high-tech industry. It is known for its hub of authentic Asian restaurants and supermarkets and easy access to cultural and sports venues. Torrance and the nearby Palos Verdes Peninsula are home to some of the best coastal golf courses and beaches in southern California.
Who You’ll Work For
Providence is a nationally recognized, comprehensive healthcare organization spanning seven states with a universal mission — to provide compassionate care to all who need its services, especially the poor and vulnerable. Its 122,000-plus caregivers/employees (including 34,000 physicians) serve in 51 hospitals, more than 1,000 clinics and a comprehensive range of health and social services. Providence: One name, one family, one extraordinary health system.
Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran
Job ID Number: 30229