Physiatry (PM&R) Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (Chico)

Iconic Care Support Services; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

Iconic Care Support Services in Chico, California, seeks a full-time Physiatry Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant to deliver specialized care across multiple facilities. The role involves managing a patient load of 23-25 patients per day and performing interventions like joint injections.

Ideal candidates will have valid licenses, strong communication skills, and some familiarity with EHR. Benefits include competitive pay starting at $150K, generous PTO, and comprehensive insurance coverage.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid PA or NP license.
• Experience with nursing homes or physiatry is preferred.
• Strong desire to improve rehabilitation outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Round at skilled nursing facilities and deliver specialized care.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with primary care teams.
• Provide targeted interventions based on patient needs.
• Coordinate care and refer to other specialties as necessary.

Skills

Communication skills

Comfort with joint injections

Ability to collaborate with teams

Education

Current PA or NP license

DEA license (or willingness to obtain)

Tools

EHR charting

Job description

Physiatry (PM&R) Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (Chico)

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

As a physiatrist, you will round at 1–3 Skilled Nursing Facilities or similar rehabilitation centers, 1–3 days per week at each location. Your primary focus will be delivering specialized physiatry care to 25+ patients per day who are experiencing difficulty participating in therapy due to pain or functional limitations.

Key Responsibilities

• Performing focused assessments and developing individualized treatment plans in collaboration with facility primary care teams to optimize therapy participation and functional recovery.
• Providing targeted interventions such as joint injections, Botox treatments, dry needling, and medication management based on patient-specific needs.
• Serving as the sole physiatrist on-site, operating with a high level of autonomy while supported by a collaborative clinical team for consultation as needed.
• Coordinating care and referring to other specialties or services for issues beyond the scope of physiatry.

This role is best suited for a self‑motivated and confident clinician who thrives in independent practice environments and is passionate about improving rehabilitation outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted PA or NP license.
• DEA licensed or willing to obtain DEA licensure.
• Experience in nursing homes and/or physiatry is a plus, but not required.
• Comfort and interest in performing peripheral joint injections (knees, shoulders, hips).
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Familiarity with EHR charting.

Benefits

• Hands‑on training in facility settings to ensure consistent, high‑quality care.
• Flexible 5‑day workweek with flexible hours. Weekends optional, no nights or on‑call shifts.
• Valuable experience in joint injections and rehabilitation care.
• Competitive salary and bonus structure (starting at $130,000+/year).
• Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, life insurance (Iconic Care covers a $50K policy with the option to add additional coverage), and AD&D insurance.
• 18 PTO Days and 6 paid federal holidays – 24 total paid days off.
• Paid malpractice insurance ($1M/$3M policy).
• License renewal allowance (up to $1100/year).
• Set patient load, with focused consulting visits for 23‑25 patients/day after ramp‑up.
• Full autonomy in patient care with direct impact on patient outcomes at multiple facilities.

Immediate Hiring Timeline

We’re looking to make hiring decisions soon, with a start date in 4‑6 weeks following insurance and Medicare credentialing.

Job Details

Job Types: Full‑time, Contract

Pay: From $150,000+ per year in production compensation

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty: Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights

Schedule: Full‑time