Geriatric Physician Assistant

Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Memorial Hospital Chattanooga is seeking a Geriatric Physician Assistant to join a well-established hospital-employed group. The PA will deliver comprehensive geriatric care, managing complex elderly patients and coordinating with a multidisciplinary team.

You will conduct comprehensive assessments, develop individualized care plans, and contribute to quality of life and preventive care within approved protocols. A strong commitment to compassionate care is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and PA license upon hire.
• Ability to obtain a TN Physician Assistant license and DEA.
• American Heart Association BLS (BLS-CPR) required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain medical histories and perform physical exams per protocol.
• Diagnose, treat and monitor chronic conditions under physician supervision.
• Order diagnostic tests and prescribe medications per protocol guidelines.
• Provide preventive health screenings and immunizations.
• Educate patients on healthy lifestyles and assist with office procedures.

Education

Bachelor’s of Science in Physician Assistant

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Geriatric Physician Assistant, you will join a well-established hospital-employed group at CommonSpirit Memorial Hospital Chattanooga. This exceptional opportunity allows you to provide comprehensive patient care within a regional healthcare leader, consistently recognized as the #1 Best Regional Hospital in Chattanooga by U.S. News & World Report for 11 consecutive years (and TN's #4), and holding a consistent 'A' Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group.

Every day, you will apply your specialized expertise to assess, diagnose, and manage the complex health needs of elderly patients, focusing on chronic disease management, preventive care, polypharmacy issues, and maintaining quality of life. This involves comprehensive assessments, developing individualized care plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic geriatric care.

To be successful in your role, you will meticulously provide direct patient care, utilizing your specialized training and skills to assess, diagnose, and manage geriatric patients under physician supervision. You will demonstrate exceptional clinical proficiency and a compassionate approach, ensuring comprehensive care coordination and optimal patient outcomes within your scope of practice.

• Obtain medical histories when necessary. Perform physical exams (within established protocol).
• Diagnose, treat and monitor chronic diseases (within protocol guidelines).
• Order diagnostic test.
• Prescribe or recommend medications for prescription for medications and treatment (within protocol guidelines).
• Provide preventive health screenings and immunizations for children and adults.
• Promote positive lifestyle habits to all patients through education and counseling. Assist the doctor with office surgeries.

We are offering a competitive base salary, full benefits package including health and wellness benefits, 401k with match, malpractice and tail coverage, CME and allowance, and potential eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
Join a team driven by its mission to improve the health of the people we serve, especially those who are vulnerable, where clinical distinction and a strong sense of mission and community converge to deliver exceptional patient care.

Job Requirements

Required

• Bachelors Of Science Physician Assistant, upon hire
• Ability to obtain a Physician Assistant License and DEA in TN
• American Heart Association BLS (BLS-CPR)

Where You'll Work

CommonSpirit Medical Group is a leading provider of comprehensive office management services and affiliated physicians in Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia. Our award-winning, faith-based organization is dedicated to supporting the delivery of exceptional healthcare in the region. We are proud to be consistently recognized for excellence by organizations like U.S. News & World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are honored to be your trusted ally in health, dedicated to serving our community with compassion and excellence.

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