Pain Management PA: Improve Lives & Function

Prime Health Family Clinic; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 260,000 - 610,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401K retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Mentorship programs

Job summary

Prime Health Family Clinic in San Antonio, Texas is seeking a Physician Assistant specializing in Pain Management to join our growing team. This full-time role involves evaluating and treating patients with acute and chronic pain, while promoting healthy lifestyle choices to improve outcomes.

You’ll work onsite with a multidisciplinary team, develop personalized treatment plans, and participate in interventional procedures as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant medical field.
• Active PA certification and state license in good standing.
• Completion of clinical rotations focusing on pain management and primary care.
• Strong understanding of pain management practices, pharmacology, and treatment modalities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to foster relationships with patients and families.
• Compassionate, empathetic demeanor with a strong commitment to patient-centered care.
• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive medical evaluations and pain assessments to diagnose underlying causes of pain.
• Collaborate with physicians and specialists to develop personalized treatment plans (medical, pharmacological, interventional, and non-pharmacological).
• Monitor and manage care for patients with chronic pain to improve function and quality of life.
• Assist in managing acute pain from injuries, procedures, or medical interventions.
• Prescribe and manage medications for pain relief with monitoring for effectiveness and side effects.
• Oversee interventional pain management procedures such as nerve blocks and epidural injections.
• Educate patients on pain management strategies and self-care techniques.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date EHR detailing assessments, histories, and follow-ups.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

EHR proficiency

Pain management knowledge

Pharmacology

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant medical field

Active PA certification and state medical license

Clinical rotations with pain management focus

Strong knowledge of pain management practices

Job description

Prime Health Family Clinic in San Antonio, Texas is seeking a Physician Assistant specializing in Pain Management to join our growing team. This full-time role involves evaluating and treating patients with acute and chronic pain, while promoting healthy lifestyle choices to improve outcomes.

You’ll work onsite with a multidisciplinary team, develop personalized treatment plans, and participate in interventional procedures as needed.