Physician Assistant

CivicMinds, Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

CivicMinds, Inc. is seeking a Primary Care NP or PA to provide on-site primary care for residents in long-term care and skilled nursing facilities. This full-time role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care and close collaboration with facility staff.

You will conduct exams, manage health conditions, order tests, and develop individualized care plans while promoting a safe and supportive environment for residents.

Qualifications

• Active NY license as NP, PA, or Physician required.
• Minimum 6 months of experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facilities.
• Strong clinical, communication, assessment and critical-thinking skills.
• Compassionate, patient-centered elder care approach.
• Ability to collaborate with healthcare professionals and facility staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary care services to residents in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities.
• Conduct physical examinations and obtain comprehensive medical histories.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions.
• Order, review, and interpret diagnostic tests and lab results.
• Develop and modify individualized patient care plans.
• Prescribe medications and monitor treatment effectiveness.
• Collaborate with facility staff and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care.
• Educate residents and families about treatment options and goals.
• Promote a safe, respectful, and supportive environment.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Assessment

Critical thinking

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Job description

We are seeking a Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to provide on-site primary care services to residents in long-term care and skilled nursing facilities. This is a full-time opportunity for a compassionate healthcare professional who values meaningful patient relationships and collaborative, patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide primary care services to residents in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities.
• Conduct physical examinations and obtain comprehensive medical histories.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic health conditions.
• Order, review, and interpret diagnostic tests and laboratory results.
• Develop and modify individualized patient care plans.
• Prescribe medications and monitor treatment effectiveness.
• Collaborate with facility staff and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care.
• Educate residents and their families about treatment options and care goals.
• Promote a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for residents.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Active, unrestricted professional license in good standing in New York State as a Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, or Physician, as applicable to the position.
• Minimum of 6 months of experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility.
• Strong clinical, communication, assessment, and critical-thinking skills.
• A compassionate, patient-centered approach to elder care.
• Ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals and facility staff.