Physician Assistant - Emergency Medicine

TeamHealth; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 137,760 - 144,648; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay rate $100/hour day shift, $105/hour night shift + RVU incentive pool $3/hour

Comprehensive benefits package

Access to TeamHealth's internal CE offerings

Supportive leadership and collaborative environment

Job summary

TeamHealth is hiring a qualified Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner for our emergency department team at Abrazo West Campus in Goodyear, Arizona. In this fast-paced role, you’ll provide high-quality, patient-centered emergency care alongside an interdisciplinary team.

You will evaluate and manage patients, perform diagnostic tests, and collaborate with physicians to ensure optimal care. A comprehensive benefits package, competitive pay rates, and access to internal continuing education offerings are provided.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PA or NP program.
• Current Arizona state licensure or eligibility.
• National certification (NCCPA for PAs or AANP/ANCC for NPs).
• DEA license.
• ACLS and PALS certification required.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients in the ED.
• Perform focused histories and physical examinations.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Develop and implement treatment plans.
• Collaborate with medical team for optimal patient care.

Skills

Strong clinical judgment

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

EM experience

Education

Graduate of an accredited PA or NP program

National certification (NCCPA or AANP/ANCC)

Current Arizona state licensure or eligibility

DEA license

ACLS and PALS certification

Job description

TeamHealth is seeking a qualified physician assistant or nurse practitioner to join our emergency department team at Abrazo West Campus in Goodyear, Arizona. In this role, you will deliver high-quality, patient-centered emergency care in collaboration with board-certified emergency medicine physicians and an interdisciplinary clinical team. If you are a PA or NP who is clinically confident, team-oriented, and comfortable practicing in a fast-paced EM environment, you’ll make a great addition to our team.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients presenting to the ED
• Perform focused histories and physical examinations
• Order, interpret, and document diagnostic tests (labs, imaging, EKGs, etc.)
• Develop and implement treatment plans for a wide range of acute illnesses and injuries
• Perform procedures within scope of practice and demonstrated competency
• Collaborate with attending physicians, nursing staff, and consultants to ensure optimal patient care
• Accurately document patient encounters in the electronic medical record
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental education as required
• Comply with hospital policies, clinical protocols, and regulatory standards

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PA or NP program
• Current Arizona state licensure or eligibility
• National certification (NCCPA for PAs or AANP/ANCC for NPs)
• DEA license
• ACLS and PALS required
• EM experience preferred (new graduates with strong clinical training may be considered)
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills

Schedule and Work Environment

Level I ED setting with 24/7 coverage. Shift times: 6 a – 6 p, 10 a – 10 p, 6 p – 6 a. High-acuity, fast-paced environment with a collaborative care model. Abrazo West serves as a teaching facility for Midwestern University.

About Abrazo West Campus

Abrazo West Campus is a full-service medical center serving the growing West Valley community. The 35-bed emergency department sees 45k annual volume and is committed to providing timely, compassionate, and high-quality care to patients of all ages.

What We Offer

• Pay rate $100/hour day shift, $105/hour night shift + RVU incentive pool $3/hour
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, retirement)
• Access to TeamHealth's internal CE offerings
• Supportive leadership and collaborative clinical environment