Physician Assistant/Extender 2

Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Department of; Statesboro (GA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities in Georgia is seeking a Physician Assistant/Extender 2 to deliver comprehensive health care under physician supervision. The role involves physicals, treatment, counseling, and potential prescribing within licensure guidelines.

Candidates should possess PA education credentials and relevant experience in general medicine and mental health, with GA APRN licensure where applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant Studies or related field with PA training program (ARC-PA)
• Two years of experience in a related area for PA/Extender 2 path
• Georgia APRN license in specialty area (if nursing track)

Responsibilities

• Provides healthcare services typically performed by a physician under supervision
• Conducts complete physicals, treats clients, and counsels patients
• May prescribe medication in accordance with supervision and licensure

Skills

General medicine experience

Mental health experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Bachelor's degree with PA program (24 months ARC-PA)

Master's degree in nursing

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career! Job Title: Physician Assistant/Extender 2 Agency: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Job Requisition ID: JR0000006576 Shift: Day (United States of America) Compensation Details: $120,000 Job Description: Under general supervision, provides healthcare service typically performed by a physician, under the supervision of a licensed physician. Conducts complete physicals, provides treatment, and counsels clients. May, in some cases, prescribe medication.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of general medicine experience; or Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and completion of a physician assistant training program of at least 24 months certified by the Accreditation Review Commission of PA, ARC-PA, and certification to practice as a Physician Assistant by the Composite State Board of Medical Examiners (or eligibility to obtain within one year) and two (2) years of experience in a related area; or Master's degree in nursing area of assignment from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of experience in a related area and a current license to practice as APRN in Georgia in the specialty area. The psychiatric specialty area requires a minimum of two (2) years of mental health experience. The medical specialty area requires a minimum of four (4) years of mental health experience or two (2) years of experience at the lower level Physician Assistant/Extender 1 (HCP110) or position equivalent.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.