Physician Assistant — Serve Underserved Communities

Wellpath; La Belle (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Tuition assistance

EAP with counseling

Life insurance

HSA

Wellness program

Banking benefits

Job summary

Wellpath seeks a Physician Assistant to provide comprehensive medical care to inmates under supervision. Responsibilities include evaluating and treating acute and emergency complaints, collaborating with physicians, and ensuring documentation aligns with protocols.

The role requires completion of an accredited PA program, prior correctional experience, and active DEA registration. Qualifications include BLS/PALS and HIPAA compliance, with a strong emphasis on patient privacy and quality care.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited education program for PAs.
• Experience in correctional/detention facilities is required.
• Minimum two (2) years' experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver acute and emergency medical care in accordance with protocols.
• Consult with physicians and manage patient transfers when clinically indicated.
• Document all findings using the S.O.A.P. method and EMR systems.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and participate in quality improvement efforts.
• Provide cross-coverage and support psychiatric stability assessments.

Skills

Clinical care

EMR documentation

HIPAA compliance

Education

PA program completion

Tools

EMR systems

DEA registration

BLS & PALS

Job description

Wellpath seeks a Physician Assistant to provide comprehensive medical care to inmates under supervision. Responsibilities include evaluating and treating acute and emergency complaints, collaborating with physicians, and ensuring documentation aligns with protocols.

The role requires completion of an accredited PA program, prior correctional experience, and active DEA registration. Qualifications include BLS/PALS and HIPAA compliance, with a strong emphasis on patient privacy and quality care.