Geriatric Physician Assistant: Expert Chronic Disease Care

CommonSpirit Health; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 96,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

401k with match

Malpractice tail coverage

CME allowance

Student loan forgiveness eligibility

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health in Chattanooga is seeking a Geriatric Physician Assistant to join a hospital-employed group at Memorial Hospital Chattanooga. You will provide comprehensive care to elderly patients, emphasizing chronic disease management, polypharmacy, and quality of life, within a regional healthcare leader recognized by U.S.

News & World Report. You will perform history taking, exams, develop care plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive geriatric

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Physician Assistant degree required.
• Ability to obtain Physician Assistant License and DEA in TN.
• American Heart Association BLS (BLS-CPR) required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain medical histories and perform physical exams.
• Diagnose, treat and monitor chronic diseases.
• Order diagnostic tests.
• Prescribe or recommend medications within protocol guidelines.
• Provide preventive health screenings and immunizations.
• Promote healthy lifestyle through education and counseling; assist with office procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Science Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant License

DEA Registration in TN

Job description

CommonSpirit Health in Chattanooga is seeking a Geriatric Physician Assistant to join a hospital-employed group at Memorial Hospital Chattanooga. You will provide comprehensive care to elderly patients, emphasizing chronic disease management, polypharmacy, and quality of life, within a regional healthcare leader recognized by U.S.

News & World Report. You will perform history taking, exams, develop care plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive geriatric