Physician Assistant, Primary Care

WGH; Warren (Warren County); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

WGH in Warren, PA is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant for a primary care role. You will conduct comprehensive patient assessments, perform history-taking and physical examinations, and manage both acute and chronic illnesses within a collaborative care team.

The ideal candidate holds PA certification and Pennsylvania licensure, demonstrates excellent communication and patient-education skills, and is comfortable with telehealth.

Qualificações

• Certification as a Physician Assistant from an accredited program with Pennsylvania state licensure.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to educate patients; telehealth experience is advantageous.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team while maintaining patient safety and confidentiality.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct thorough patient assessments, including medical histories, physical examinations, and vital signs.
• Manage acute and chronic illnesses by developing treatment plans aligned with best practices.
• Prescribe medications in accordance with HIPAA regulations, DEA requirements, and established protocols.
• Utilize electronic health records (Meditech Expanse) for documentation of encounters and data collection.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
• Perform procedures including suturing and aseptic techniques; support airway management as needed.
• Triage patients in urgent care/outpatient settings and assist with discharge planning and education.

Conhecimentos

Patient assessment

Communication skills

Telehealth experience

Team collaboration

Formação

Physician Assistant Certification

Pennsylvania State Licensure

Ferramentas

Meditech Expanse

Descrição da vaga

We are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Physician Assistant specializing in Primary Care to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of patient assessment, medical treatment, and clinical procedures within a primary care setting. This role offers an opportunity to deliver high-quality patient care, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to improving community health outcomes. The Physician Assistant will operate under collaborative practice agreements, ensuring adherence to healthcare regulations and standards while providing compassionate, evidence-based medical services.

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough patient assessments, including taking detailed medical histories, performing physical examinations, and evaluating vital signs.

Manage acute and chronic illnesses by developing treatment plans aligned with best practices and current clinical guidelines.

Prescribe medications in accordance with HIPAA regulations, DEA requirements, and established protocols, including injections such as botulinum toxin treatments when applicable.

Utilize electronic health records (Meditech Expanse) for accurate documentation of patient encounters, medical records, and data collection.

Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive patient care.

Perform procedures including suturing, aseptic techniques, and basic life support; manage airway and ventilator support for critically ill patients when necessary.

Participate in clinical research or clinical trials related to primary care or specialty areas such as infectious disease care or pain management; contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

Triage patients in urgent care or outpatient settings, prioritizing cases based on severity and ensuring timely interventions.

Assist in discharge planning, health coaching, and patient education to promote wellness and adherence to treatment plans.

Requirements

Certification as a Physician Assistant from an accredited program with Pennsylvania state licensure.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to educate patients on health promotion strategies; experience in telehealth is advantageous.

Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment while maintaining high standards of patient safety and confidentiality.

Join our team dedicated to delivering exceptional primary care services that improve lives through compassionate expertise and innovative healthcare practices!