Urgent Care Physician Assistant — Impactful Evening Shifts

After Hours Medical Service; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (medical, dental, and

Retirement Savings Plans (401k, IRA)

Paid Time Off (vacation, sick leave, &

Family Leave provisions

Disability Insurance

Professional training & development

Job summary

After Hours Medical Service is seeking a Full-Time Urgent Care Physician Assistant in Edison, New Jersey. You will conduct exams, order tests, and develop treatment plans in a fast-paced urgent care setting, working with physicians, nurses, and staff to deliver high-quality patient care from diagnosis to treatment.

The role requires a PA license, DEA, and strong knowledge of regulations. You will educate patients and participate in ongoing professional development in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Valid State Physician Assistant License.
• DEA Number required for prescription medication management.
• Sound knowledge of healthcare regulations and best practices in patient care.
• Excellent communication skills for effective patient and interdisciplinary interaction.
• Strong ethical commitment to patient welfare and collaborative care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough physical examinations and review patient medical histories to assess health status.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests to diagnose health conditions accurately.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients with acute and chronic health issues.
• Prescribe medications and monitor patient responses to ensure treatment effectiveness, modifying plans as necessary.
• Maintain detailed patient records in line with health regulations, ensuring accurate documentation and information flow.
• Provide patient education on disease management, preventive measures, and healthy lifestyle choices to enhance community health.
• Promote and model best practices in health and wellness within the patient community.
• Engage in ongoing professional development activities, including training programs and evidence-based research.

Skills

Communication

Ethics

Collaborative care

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited PA program

State PA license

DEA number

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

After Hours Medical Service is seeking a Full-Time Urgent Care Physician Assistant in Edison, New Jersey. You will conduct exams, order tests, and develop treatment plans in a fast-paced urgent care setting, working with physicians, nurses, and staff to deliver high-quality patient care from diagnosis to treatment.

The role requires a PA license, DEA, and strong knowledge of regulations. You will educate patients and participate in ongoing professional development in a collaborative environment.