Medical Office Associate - Lime Spring Specialties

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

Total Rewards Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Penn State Health in Strausstown, PA seeks a Physician Assistant to diagnose and treat acute, episodic, or chronic illness, independently or with a healthcare team. The role may focus on health promotion and disease prevention, and may order, perform, or interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and x-rays.

You will work full time, with a varied shift, Monday to Friday plus one evening. Licensure in the state, national certification, and BLS are required, with Penn State Health offering a

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved Physician Assistant Program or equivalent licensure-eligible degree.
• National Certification with reciprocity for licensure in the state of employment.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat acute, episodic, or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team.
• May order, perform, or interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and x-rays.
• May prescribe medications as appropriate and within scope.

Education

AMA approved PA program/licensure requirements

National certification/licensure reciprocity

BLS certification

Job description

Penn State Health - Penn State Health Medical Group LLC

Location: US:PA: Strausstown

Work Type: Full Time

FTE: 1.0

Shift: Varied

Hours: Monday to Friday, includes one evening

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Diagnose and treat acute, episodic, or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team. May focus on health promotion and disease prevention. May order, perform, or interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and x-rays. May prescribe.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S)

• Graduate of an AMA approved Physician Assistant Program or baccalaureate or higher degree program that meets licensure requirements in the State of employment
• National Certification in State of employment or in another State with reciprocity and licensure to practice in the State of employment
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

BENEFITS

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MEDICAL GROUP?

#WeAre committed to providing patient- and family-centered care to all patients —and skillfully handle needs at every level of complexity utilizing our shared governance model of care. The Medical Group is constructed of both primary care and multi-specialty offices that are striving to make a difference in each patient’s healthcare routine. Working alongside seasoned professionals, you will be spearheading the mission of Penn State Health to provide the highest quality care to all patients within their local community! Working with us means being part of a team that strives to provide excellent patient care every day, but also one that works together to set and achieve goals, build on the Penn State Health legacy and create new possibilities for the future.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position.

Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract.

All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.