Physician Assistant - Days - $7K Bonus

Wellpath; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Tuition Assistance

EAP with counseling

Company paid life insurance

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Wellness program

Discounted home and auto loans

401k

Job summary

Wellpath is seeking a Physician Assistant to provide comprehensive medical care to inmates under supervision. The role involves evaluating acute and emergency conditions, coordinating with physicians, and ensuring documentation aligns with protocols while protecting patient privacy.

You will participate in quality improvement activities and support psychiatric stability assessments, plus cross-coverage needs, in a mission-driven, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Accredited PA education program completed.
• Correctional/detention facility experience required.
• Minimum two years of experience in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver acute and emergency medical care in accordance with protocols.
• Consult with physicians and manage patient transfers when clinically indicated.
• Document all findings using the S.O.A.P. method and EMR systems.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and participate in quality improvement efforts.
• Provide cross-coverage and support psychiatric stability assessments.

Skills

SOAP documentation

EMR documentation

HIPAA compliance

Emergency care coordination

Education

PA education program

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Overview

Join a mission-driven organization with a people-first culture and make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved. This role offers excellent career growth opportunities.

Why Us

We are dedicated to serving underserved and vulnerable patients with compassion, collaboration, and innovation. We strive to create an inclusive environment and support work–life balance.

How you make a difference

The Physician Assistant provides comprehensive medical care to inmates under the supervision of medical leadership. Responsibilities include evaluating and treating acute and emergency complaints, participating in administrative meetings, and supporting cross-coverage needs. The PA collaborates with physicians and mental health professionals, ensures clinical documentation and treatment align with protocols, maintains patient privacy, and contributes to quality improvement activities. The role also involves emergency care coordination and psychiatric assessment support.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver acute and emergency medical care in accordance with protocols
• Consult with physicians and manage patient transfers when clinically indicated
• Document all findings using the S.O.A.P. method and EMR systems
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and participate in quality improvement efforts
• Provide cross-coverage and support psychiatric stability assessments

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Completion of an accredited education program for PAs

Experience

• Previous correctional/detention facility experience
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience

Licenses/Certifications

• Unrestricted current license, certification or registration in state of practice
• Must maintain all certifications, educational requirements, licensing, etc.
• Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration
• Current (and must maintain) lifesaving BLS and PALS (where applicable) certification through AHA

Perks & Benefits

In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work-life balance for team members and their families to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Perks include:

• DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it
• Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching
• Company paid life insurance
• Tax-free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans
• Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a variety of backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description. We are an Affirmative Action Employer in accordance with applicable state and local laws.