Pain Management Physician Assistant

MaineHealth; Sanford (ME); On-site; USD 57,000 - 74,000; Part time

Job summary

MaineHealth is seeking a compassionate Physician Assistant to join Kennebunk Pain Care within our pain management team. The APP will evaluate, treat and manage patients with acute and chronic pain, collaborating with physicians and a multidisciplinary care team for independent follow-up and new patient consultations under physician supervision.

The role includes prescribing and managing medications per CDC guidelines, developing individualized treatment plans, coordinating with social workers,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Physician Assistant program required.
• Current Maine license or eligibility; NCCPA certification required for PA; board certification as NP may apply.
• DEA license with prescriptive authority; experience in pain management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent follow-up visits for chronic pain patients.
• Participate in new patient consultations with supervising physicians.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with care team.
• Prescribe and manage medications, including controlled substances, per CDC/state guidelines.
• Monitor progress and adjust care plans as needed.
• Educate patients on pain management, safety, and lifestyle changes.
• Coordinate with interventional pain physicians and social workers; document in EMR.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Team collaboration

CDC guidelines knowledge

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant program

State license Maine or eligible

NCCPA certification

Board certification as a Nurse Practitioner (e.g., FNP, AGNP)

Tools

DEA license with prescriptive authority

Job description

Location: Kennebunk Pain Care Maine Health

Employment Type: 0.5 FTE (20 hrs/week)

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Physician Associate/Assistant (PA) to join our comprehensive pain management team. The APP will work collaboratively with physicians and a multidisciplinary care team to evaluate, treat, and manage patients with acute and chronic pain conditions. This role includes independent follow-up care, participation in new patient consultations under physician supervision, and responsible pain medication management in accordance with CDC guidelines.

Benefits and Compensation:

• At MaineHealth, we recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Total compensation packages may include, based on eligibility, recruitment payments, relocation assistance, shift differentials, productivity-based incentives, quality incentives and other premiums.

• The annual base pay range for this position at a 0.5 FTE is $56,950 to $73,700.

• In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs and career growth opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct independent follow-up visits for patients with chronic pain conditions

• Participate in new patient consultations in collaboration with supervising physicians

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in coordination with the care team

• Prescribe and manage medications, including controlled substances, in compliance with CDC and state guidelines

• Monitor patient progress, treatment effectiveness, and adjust care plans as needed

• Provide patient education on pain management strategies, medication safety, and lifestyle modifications

• Collaborate closely with interventional pain physicians.

• Coordinate care with social workers to support patients' psychosocial and behavioral health needs

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR)

• Ensure adherence to regulatory, ethical, and clinical standards of care

Current Procedures Performed by APPs:

• Subacromial bursa injection

• Suprascapular Nerve block

• Glenohumeral joint injection

• Biceps tendon sheath injection

• Piriformis Injection

• Greater Trochanteric bursa injections

• Knee injection/aspiration

• deeper trigger points

Qualifications

• Successful completion of accredited Physician Assistant program Master's Degree required.

• Current license issued by the State of Maine or eligible for licensure. Certification of Physician Associate/Physician Assistants (NCCPA) required for PA's. Board certification as a Nurse Practitioner (e.g., FNP, AGNP)

• DEA license with prescriptive authority

• Experience in pain management, primary care, or related field preferred

• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills

• Knowledge of CDC guidelines for opioid prescribing and pain management best practices Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-based environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an APP

• Prior experience in pain management, musculoskeletal care, primary care, or related field preferred

• Experience working in multidisciplinary or integrated care settings.

• Work Environment

• Collaborative, team-based setting with support from interventional pain physicians.

• Focus on comprehensive, patient-centered care addressing physical and psychosocial aspects of pain

MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, "Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America." MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. MaineHealth offers a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive and competitive benefits, along with programs and resources to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.

To learn more about our system please visit www.mainehealth.org and our benefits page. For more information please contact Sophia Rideout, Physician & APP Recruiter, at [e-mail].

Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute:

Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.

Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.

Contact Information

To learn more about our system please visit www.mainehealth.org and our benefits page. For more information please contact Sophia Rideout, Physician & APP Recruiter, at [e-mail].