Physician Assistant - Outpatient Care & Impact (Sign-On)

Indian Health Service; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment/relocation bonus

Annual leave based on service

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The Indian Health Service is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant to offer high-quality patient-centered care in Suffolk, Virginia. This role involves providing comprehensive therapeutic and preventative health services in an outpatient setting, focusing on health promotion and disease prevention.

Qualified candidates must have graduation from a recognized physician assistant program and relevant state licensure, with a strong commitment to the mission of providing healthcare to Indian communities. This position also includes a sign-on bonus and other benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have a full and unrestricted state license as a Physician Assistant.
• 1+ year of experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Completion of a Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies or related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-focused health services in an outpatient setting.
• Manage preventive health aspects of illnesses.
• Orient staff and community leaders on health care issues.

Skills

Patient care

Health promotion

Disease prevention

Communication skills

Education

Graduation from a physician assistant educational program

National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants certification

Job description

The Indian Health Service is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant to offer high-quality patient-centered care in Suffolk, Virginia. This role involves providing comprehensive therapeutic and preventative health services in an outpatient setting, focusing on health promotion and disease prevention.

Qualified candidates must have graduation from a recognized physician assistant program and relevant state licensure, with a strong commitment to the mission of providing healthcare to Indian communities. This position also includes a sign-on bonus and other benefits.