Physician Assistant - Emergency Medicine

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Total Rewards Program

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Hershey, PA, is seeking a Physician Assistant for Emergency Medicine. Responsibilities include assisting physicians, performing examinations, and providing patient care. Required qualifications include graduation from an AMA approved program and national certification. The role offers full-time hours with varied shifts and comprehensive benefits, including medical and dental coverage, tuition reimbursement, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved Physician Assistant Program or higher degree meeting licensure.
• National Certification in Pennsylvania or with reciprocity required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians in medical care and management of patients.
• Make rounds and perform physical examinations.
• Injections and care of wounds.

Skills

Physician Assistant

Clinical care

Patient rounds

Communication

Education

Graduate of an AMA approved Physician Assistant Program

National Certification in Pennsylvania

Job description

Overview

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Location: Hershey, PA; Hershey Medical Center. Work Type: Full Time; FTE: 1.0; Shift: Varied; Hours: 12. Recruiter Contact: Please contact Kristen Brannen at [e-mail] for additional information.

Summary of Position

Responsible for assisting physicians in the medical care and management of patients, performing such functions as making rounds, physical examinations, and other patient examinations, injections, care of wounds, arranging for patient referrals.

Minimum Qualification(s)

• Graduate of an AMA approved Physician Assistant Program or baccalaureate or higher degree program that meets licensure requirements in the State of Pennsylvania required.
• National Certification in Pennsylvania or in another State with reciprocity and licensure to practice in Pennsylvania required.

Preferred Qualification(s)

• Relevant experience preferred.

Details

• Location: Hershey, PA
• Work Type: Full Time
• FTE: 1.0
• Shift: Varied
• Hours: 12
• Union: Non Bargained

Why Penn State Health

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Benefits include medical, dental and vision with no waiting period and a Total Rewards Program that includes wellness programs, paid time off, parental leave, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, and more. Employee resources include HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development, and an Employee Concierge Service for scheduling.

Why Penn State Health Milton Hershey Medical Center

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. It is Magnet-designated and supports continued professional development and career growth.

You take care of them. We’ll take care of you. State-of-the-art equipment, learning opportunities, and a culture of excellence.

This job posting provides a general outline of duties and is not all-encompassing. Eligibility for shift differential pay is based on company policy or union contract. A background check is required for all selected applicants. Penn State Health is committed to diversity and is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Job Function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care