Physician Assistant - LCMC Health

100 LCMC Health; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Specialty-based training

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

100 LCMC Health is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant to provide comprehensive patient care within high‑acuity inpatient settings in Louisiana. Ideal candidates will possess a graduation from an accredited PA program, a current Louisiana PA license, and NCCPA certification. Responsibilities include performing detailed patient assessments, assisting in surgical procedures, and managing acute conditions.

The position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, all while working in a collaborative, physician-led environment in the Greater New Orleans region.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current or eligible Louisiana PA license.
• NCCPA certification required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association required.
• Strong communication skills and commitment to patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed patient assessments and evaluations.
• Manage acute and complex conditions within the scope of practice.
• Assist in surgical procedures as a First Assist.
• Order, interpret, and document diagnostic studies.
• Develop and execute treatment and care plans.

Skills

Strong communication skills and commitment to patient-centered care

Ability to manage acute and complex conditions

Experience in ICU or surgical settings

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program

Current or eligible Louisiana PA license

NCCPA certification

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Job description

Position Summary

LCMC Health is a Louisiana-based nonprofit health system made up of nationally recognized hospitals, clinics, and academic partners, including eight hospitals with one pediatric hospital. Physician Assistants (PAs) will provide comprehensive patient care in collaboration with attending physicians and interdisciplinary teams within high‑acuity inpatient and procedural settings across the Greater New Orleans region. Shift may vary from 12‑hour rotations.

Specialty Practice Areas

• Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit (CTICU)
• Neurocritical Care
• Trauma Intensive Care Unit (Trauma ICU)
• PA First Assist (Surgical Services)
• Hematology/Oncology
• General Cardiology
• Transplant Services
• Pediatric Hospital (Manning Family Children's)

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed patient assessments and evaluations.
• Manage acute and complex conditions within the scope of practice.
• Assist in surgical procedures as a First Assist (as applicable).
• Order, interpret, and document diagnostic studies.
• Develop and execute treatment and care plans.
• Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with protocols.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses and treatment plans.
• Contribute to quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current or eligible Louisiana PA license.
• NCCPA certification required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association required; Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred or required based on specialty.
• ICU, surgical, or specialty experience preferred but not required.
• Strong communication skills and commitment to patient‑centered care.
• DEA registration or eligibility.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits.
• Specialty‑based training and professional development.
• Collaborative, physician‑led care teams.
• Career advancement opportunities within a large health system.
• Opportunity to live and work in the Greater New Orleans region.

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.