Physician Assistant — Primary Care + CME Support

UNLV Health; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 paid holidays

22 PTO days per year

CME allowance

Malpractice insurance provided

3% 401(k) contribution

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Job summary

UNLV Health is seeking a Physician Assistant to provide high-quality patient care in both outpatient and inpatient settings under physician supervision. You will perform clinical duties, order labs, and develop treatment plans while educating patients on their health and medications.

The position requires an MSN, an unrestricted PA license, and state-specific certifications (including Nevada Pharmacy/DEA as applicable).

Qualifications

• MSN required and PA credential in good standing.
• Unrestricted PA license and national certification.
• Certification from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• License eligibility for Nevada Pharmacy and DEA as applicable.
• BLS or CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Perform clinical services as assigned and manage cases.
• Obtain health history and perform physical examinations to guide diagnoses.
• Order and interpret labs; consult physicians as needed.
• Develop and implement treatment plans including prescribing medications.
• Educate patients on medications, health promotion, and prevention.
• Document medical records accurately and timely.
• Collaborate with physicians and the clinical team; participate in reviews.
• Coordinate with subspecialties and refer as appropriate.
• Triages patient calls and emails; ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Clinical nursing experience

Supervisory experience

Driver’s license

Microsoft Office

Practice management software

EHR systems

Education

MSN required

PA license (unrestricted)

National certification

Certificate of completion from accredited PA program

Nevada Pharmacy and DEA License

BLS or CPR certification

Tools

EHR systems

Microsoft Office

Practice management software

Job description

UNLV Health is seeking a Physician Assistant to provide high-quality patient care in both outpatient and inpatient settings under physician supervision. You will perform clinical duties, order labs, and develop treatment plans while educating patients on their health and medications.

The position requires an MSN, an unrestricted PA license, and state-specific certifications (including Nevada Pharmacy/DEA as applicable).