Inpatient Physician Assistant: Autonomous Care Lead

FMOL Health; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

FMOL Health in Baton Rouge, LA, seeks a Physician Assistant to assess, plan, and provide patient care under physician supervision. You will perform comprehensive exams, document medical data, and contribute to treatment plans.

The role requires strong clinical judgment, leadership within scope of practice, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality inpatient care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Physician Assistant Medicine or Health Sciences.
• Physician Assistant license from Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners; Current BLS Certification; NCCPA certification.

Responsibilities

• Patient care and assessment on inpatient, MET, and emergency patients.
• Order and coordinate diagnostic tests, labs, imaging, nutrition, and medications.
• Perform minor procedures under supervision (e.g., central venous catheters, chest tubes, PIC lines).
• Adhere to clinical guidelines and scope of practice with supervising physician.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and convey treatment plans to care teams and families.
• Provide emergency care when needed and handle other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Physician Assistant Medicine or Health Sciences

Job description

FMOL Health in Baton Rouge, LA, seeks a Physician Assistant to assess, plan, and provide patient care under physician supervision. You will perform comprehensive exams, document medical data, and contribute to treatment plans.

The role requires strong clinical judgment, leadership within scope of practice, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality inpatient care.