Family Practice/Primary Care Physician Assistant

Southeast Medical Group; Georgia; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + bonus plan

Retention bonus

PTO 3 weeks

CME stipend $2,000/yr

Licensure stipend $1,500/yr

Health/dental/vision benefits

HSA with company contribution

401k with company match

Malpractice insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance (short/long-term)

Employee discount program

Referral program

Job summary

Southeast Medical Group (SEMG) is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in its outpatient primary care clinic in Georgia. The APP will function as an extension of the physician, delivering chronic and acute care, with a focus on prevention, care coordination, and patient education.

Minimum requirements include NP/PA program graduation, active licensure, DEA, and BLS. Preferred candidates may have 3 years in primary care, ACLS/PALS, and Spanish language skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PA/NP program.
• Current, valid and unrestricted state licensure.
• Valid DEA.
• CPR-BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care within scope of licensure and certification.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests (labs, imaging, EKGs).
• Prescribe medications and treatments as needed.
• Educate patients about conditions, plans, and outcomes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team for evidence-based care.
• Document histories, exams, plans, prescriptions, and follow-ups in EMR within 72 hours.
• Perform additional duties to support patient care.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish

Excellent patient communication

EMR documentation

Diagnostic reasoning

Prescribing medications

Education

PA/NP program graduate

State licensure (GA or equivalent)

DEA registration

BLS certification (CPR)

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) works within an outpatient primary care clinic as part of a collaborative team, which operates under a comprehensive, coordinated care model to ensure high-quality patient outcomes. Acting as an extension of the primary care physician, the APP delivers both chronic and acute care services to patients.

Essential Job Functions

• The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) delivers patient care in accordance with their licensure and certification.
• Diagnoses and manages both acute and chronic conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, kidney disease, and other chronic illnesses, as well as minor injuries and acute medical issues such as infections or exacerbations of chronic diseases.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests, including lab work, x-rays, and EKGs.
• Prescribes medications and other treatments as necessary to address identified conditions.
• Educates patients about their medical conditions, treatment plans, and expected outcomes to ensure they are well-informed and engaged in their care.
• Collaborates as part of a comprehensive, multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality, evidence-based care.
• Perform accurate and timely documentation of histories, subjective findings, physical exam, plans, prescriptions and follow up in EMR within 72 hours of the visit.
• Performs additional duties as assigned to support patient care and organizational goals.

Minimum Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited PA/NP Program
• Current, valid and unrestricted State Licensure
• Valid DEA
• Current CPR - Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) years of experience working in a primary care clinic.
• ACLS / PALS are a plus.
• Bilingual in Spanish.

Total Compensation Package

• Great earning potential which includes a base salary plus a lucrative bonus plan.
• Retention bonus
• 3 weeks of paid time off
• 1 week paid off for CME (w/$2,000 stipend)
• $1,500/yr Licensure and Professional Affiliation stipend
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Healthcare Savings Account w/HDHP and w/company contribution
• 401k retirement savings plan w/company match
• Deferred Compensation plan w/company match
• Paid malpractice insurance
• Limited on-call duties (phone call only)
• Company-paid basic life insurance
• Company-paid Short Term and Long-Term insurance
• Extensive Employer Sponsored Discount Program
• Referral program

At Southeast Medical Group (SEMG), we're redefining primary care excellence and a regional leader in value-based care, transforming healthcare delivery across the Southeast. As the largest independent medical group in the Southeast and Georgia's most awarded primary care practice, we're dedicated to providing exceptional, patient-centered healthcare. Empowering our team with advanced tools and a supportive environment, minimizing administrative burdens so you can focus on delivering exceptional patient care. By prioritizing preventive care, care coordination and education, we are inspiring our patients to lead healthier lives while driving down the cost of care.

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Southeast Primary Care Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.