Great Work-Life Balance! Hospitalist - Physician Assistant

Rochester Regional Health; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Evening and night shifts

Collaborative, team-based practice

Mentorship and onboarding for new grad

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant for Unity Hospital's Inpatient Medicine team. The role features evening and night shifts with a predictable schedule in a collaborative inpatient environment, offering mentorship and growth opportunities for new graduates.

The position emphasizes comprehensive patient care, strong communication, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced hospital setting with a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Inpatient hospital medicine experience preferred.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and patient-focused approach.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced inpatient setting.
• Mentorship and onboarding support for new grads may be available.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose acute illnesses and minor injuries; perform exams and develop treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications, perform minor procedures, and coordinate patient care.
• Update charts, coding and required external documents; support administrative duties.

Skills

Inpatient hospital medicine experience

Customer service

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team-based care

Education

BS: Physician Assistant

MS: Physician Assistant

Job description

SUMMARY

Looking for a Hospital Medicine opportunity with strong work-life balance? Rochester Regional Health is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join our team at Unity Hospital. This role offers evening and night shifts only, providing a predictable schedule within a collaborative and supportive inpatient environment.

STATUS: Per Diem

LOCATION: Unity Hospital

DEPARTMENT: Inpatient Medicine

SCHEDULE: As Scheduled

Why Join Our Team?

• Flexible scheduling designed to support work-life balance
• Evening and night shifts only
• Collaborative, team-based practice with experienced Hospital Medicine providers
• Strong mentorship and onboarding support for new graduates
• Diverse and complex inpatient medicine experience
• Opportunity to practice at the top of your license
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

ATTRIBUTES

• Inpatient hospital medicine experience is preferred
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Compassionate, kind and patient focused
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Diagnosis. Assess and diagnose acute illnesses and minor injuries; perform physicals and implement treatment plan; monitor response for acute and chronic medical conditions; select and order appropriate diagnostic and health maintenance procedures
• Treatment. Prescribe medication, perform minor procedures and coordinate treatment; provide health education and guidance regarding treatment; communicate with, and counsel family members; recommend community resources and refer patients to collaborating physician or specialist
• Administrative Assistance. Perform administrative responsibilities such as updating patient charts, billing codes and completing required documents from outside agencies

EDUCATION:

BS: Physician Assistant (Required), MS: Physician Assistant

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

RPA - Registered Physician Assistant - NYS Office of Professions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20-50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$75.00 - $75.00

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14626

The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.