Physician Assistant Urgent Care newly increased compensation

Geisinger; Mount Carmel (Northumberland County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join their ConvenientCare team in Mt. Carmel, PA. This role includes diagnosing and treating various medical conditions, providing excellent patient care within a collaborative setting, and enjoying flexible scheduling with valuable recruitment incentives. Applicants should have a Master's Degree in Physician Assistant studies and relevant certifications.

Benefits

Attractive schedule

Competitive Salary

Recruitment incentives up to $20k

Geography stipend up to $10,400

Continuing Medical Education

Professional development opportunities

Access to internal programs and tuition reimbursement

Six observed holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum six months experience in Primary Care, Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care, or Critical Care.
• Current NCCPA certification or eligibility and Pennsylvania licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat common medical problems including sore throats and flu.
• Perform routine health exams, immunizations, screenings, and wellness services.

Skills

Patient Rights

Clinical Policies and Standards

Patient Assessment and Care

Care Management Knowledge

Patient Safety

Health Information Documentation

Education

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant studies

Job description

Geisinger ConvenientCare is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join our team in Mt. Carmel, PA. This site qualifies for a $7,800 geography stipend and a $20,000 recruitment incentive.

Job Duties

Geisinger ConvenientCare (Urgent Care) clinicians diagnose and treat common medical problems including sore throats, earaches, sinus infections, flu, urinary tract infections, along with routine health exams, immunizations, screenings, and wellness services.

ConvenientCare offers:

• Attractive schedule:

• Office Hours - Monday to Friday 8:45 am – 8:15 pm
• Saturday & Sunday 7:45 am – 6:15 pm

• 14 rotating shifts/month – work every other weekend
• No overnight shifts – no mandated additional shifts
• Call approximately six nights per year – no direct patient call, only for critical labs, CT, etc.
• Support staff – LPNs, Patient Access Reps, and Rad Techs (when applicable)
• Work autonomously with limited administrative burden
• Access to Geisinger’s network of resources and specialists
• Work in comfort – scrub attire
• Epic EMR – used throughout Geisinger
• Six observed holidays – Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Year’s Day

Why Advanced Practitioners join Geisinger:

• Competitive Salary – increased for 2025
• Recruitment incentives up to $20k – 30-month work obligation (not for internal or lateral transfers)
• Geography stipend up to $10,400
• Advanced Practice Council – supports practitioners and students
• Professional development – internal programs and tuition reimbursement
• Teaching/Precepting opportunities – available via preceptorship
• Continuing Medical Education – 10 days and $3,000 annually
• Benefits – Geisinger Benefits, including liability, retirement, relocation, and more

Education and experience (Required):

Due to the autonomous nature of the position, Advanced Practitioners must be able to treat patients from age one and older, and have at least six months of experience in Primary Care, Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care, or Critical Care.

The successful Physician Assistant will work under physician supervision, having completed an ARC-PA (or predecessor) approved PA program, holding current NCCPA certification or eligibility, and Pennsylvania licensure.

Education

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant studies (Required)

Certification(s) and License(s)

Basic Life Support Certification; NCCPA Certification

Skills

• Patient Rights
• Clinical Policies and Standards
• Patient Assessment and Care
• Care Management Knowledge
• Patient Safety
• Health Information Documentation

About Geisinger

Founded over 100 years ago, Geisinger includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, research centers, and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and over 1,700 physicians, Geisinger significantly contributes to Pennsylvania's economy. Learn more at geisinger.org.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We value diverse backgrounds and encourage applicants of all backgrounds, cultures, and career paths. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will be considered without discrimination based on disability or veteran status. More at Inclusive Recruiting.

Our Vision & Values

Our goal is to make better health easier for everyone. We value:

• KINDNESS
• EXCELLENCE
• LEARNING
• INNOVATION
• SAFETY

Our Benefits

We provide healthcare benefits from day one, including vision, dental, and prescriptions.