Physician Assistant-Primary Care-FT

MiraVista Behavioral Health Center; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(k) match

Employer paid long term disability

Employer paid life and AD&D Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Account

Tuition Reimbursement

And much more, just ask

Job summary

MiraVista Behavioral Health Center is seeking a Physician Assistant for a Primary Care role in Holyoke, MA. The PA will provide medical care under physician supervision, perform assessments, and contribute to comprehensive patient management.

The position requires MA PA licensure, DEA registration, and CPR certification. Psychiatry experience is preferred but not required, with strong teamwork and documentation skills essential for success in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant Program with a Master's degree.
• Current Massachusetts Physician Assistant License and US DEA registration.
• Current CPR certification.
• Psychiatry experience preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with EMR and healthcare technology.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the comprehensive medical care for assigned patients.
• Complete admission histories and physical assessments within 24 hours; follow-up notes within 48 hours.
• Prescribe medications or interventions within PA scope.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient care.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and uphold professional standards.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Problem-solving

Crisis management

Team-building

Self-directed

Professionalism

Education

Master's degree in Physician Assistant studies

Job description

Physician Assistant – Primary Care

The Physician Assistant provides medical care under the general supervision of a physician and is involved in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of patients. As a Physician's Assistant (PA):

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for the comprehensive coordination of medical care for assigned patients. Completes all required documentation including admission history and physical assessments within 24 hours, medicine/pediatric consultation assessments, and follow-up notes within 48 hours. Utilizes ICD 10 terminology and concepts for diagnosis and treatment. Prescribes medication or other interventions within the scope of PA practice. Operationalizes systems to accept and treat all appropriate patients up to hospital census capacity. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives Supports our positive image as a responsive, quality health care service provider to referral sources, insurers and MCOs. Respects diverse views and approaches, and contributes to maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees, patients and visitors.

Other Patient Care Duties

Other patient care duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant Program Master's degree in physician assistant studies 1-5 years of Experience Preferred
• Current Massachusetts Physician Assistant License registration US DEA and Massachusetts Registration as Controlled Substances Practitioner, Schedules II-VI.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Prior experience in a Psychiatry setting is preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records and healthcare technology.
• Self-directed, demonstrate initiative and professionalism, and exercise expert clinical judgment to function independently.
• Skills in interpreting and applying standards and regulations applicable to behavioral health inpatient services (e.g. JC, CMS, DMH, DPH).
• Time management, problem-solving, crisis management, and team-building capacity; flexibility, creativity, and ability to manage stress.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) match
• Employer paid long term disability (LTD)
• Employer paid life and AD&D Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Flexible Spending Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And much more, just ask

Compensation

Pay Range: Compensation will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. $130,000 - $165,000 per year