Physician Assistant

Full Job Description

Job SummaryWe are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Physician Assistant to join our multidisciplinary healthcare team. In this vital role, you will provide high-quality patient care across various clinical settings, including hospital, outpatient, and urgent care environments. Your expertise will support diagnosis, treatment, and management of diverse medical conditions, ensuring optimal health outcomes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with advanced EMR systems, participate in clinical research, and collaborate with a team dedicated to excellence in patient-centered care. The ideal candidate is energetic, detail-oriented, and committed to advancing healthcare through innovative practices and thorough patient assessments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive physical examinations, including vital signs, anatomy knowledge assessments, and patient history intake to establish accurate diagnoses.
• Manage patient care across multiple specialties such as internal medicine, emergency medicine, geriatrics, pediatrics, and critical care environments including ICU and Level I/II trauma centers.
• Perform diagnostic evaluations utilizing EMR systems like Epic, Cerner, or eClinicalWorks; document findings meticulously in medical records while adhering to HIPAA regulations.
• Administer injections and medications safely while demonstrating aseptic technique; manage airway interventions and ventilator support as needed.
• Coordinate acute pain management strategies, including the use of botulinum toxin treatments where applicable; participate in pain management and palliative care plans.
• Assist with procedures such as suturing, catheterization (including cardiac catheterization), spinal taps, phlebotomy, dialysis access management, and radiation therapy support.
• Engage in clinical research and clinical trials to contribute to evidence-based practice improvements; collect data for quality assurance and research purposes.
• Support triage processes in urgent care or emergency room settings by assessing patient acuity levels and prioritizing care delivery efficiently.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for discharge planning, post-acute care coordination, hospice & palliative medicine services, and home care initiatives.
• Utilize CPT coding and ICD coding (ICD-9/ICD-10) for accurate billing documentation; manage medical coding tasks diligently.
• Participate in health coaching programs focusing on nutrition, addiction counseling, public health initiatives, and occupational health strategies.
• Maintain proficiency in medical imaging interpretation when applicable; support infection control protocols and radiation safety standards.

Experience

• Proven experience administering injections and performing physical examinations within hospital or outpatient settings.
• Demonstrated competence with EMR systems such as Epic or Cerner; experience managing electronic health records efficiently.
• Critical care experience in ICU or emergency room environments is highly preferred; familiarity with ventilator management and airway techniques essential.
• Prior involvement in clinical research or clinical trials enhances candidacy; experience with data collection and management is advantageous.
• Experience working within Level I or Level II trauma centers or similar high-acuity settings strongly desired.
• Knowledge of CPT coding procedures along with ICD coding (ICD-9/ICD-10) for billing purposes required.
• Background in hospital medicine or medical-surgical units is beneficial; familiarity with telehealth platforms adds value.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology, physiology knowledge, diagnostic evaluation skills, and basic life support certification are mandatory. Join us to make a meaningful impact on patient lives by delivering compassionate care supported by cutting-edge technology and collaborative teamwork!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55.00 – $70.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person