Physician Assistant

Full Job Description

OverviewJoin our dynamic outpatient pulmonary and sleep healthcare team as a Physician Assistant, where your expertise will directly impact patient care across diverse medical settings. In this vital role, you will collaborate closely with the physician and other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care. Your clinical skills and proactive approach will help ensure efficient patient assessments, treatment plans, and follow-up care, all while adhering to the highest standards of safety and confidentiality. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning.

Duties

• Conduct thorough patient assessments including physical examinations, vital signs, and medical history reviews using advanced EMR (Electronic Medical Record) systems such as Epic and eClinicalWorks.
• Assist in diagnostic evaluation through ordering and interpreting laboratory tests, imaging studies, and other diagnostic procedures like radiology or ultrasound.
• Administer injections, perform suturing, manage airway procedures, and utilize aseptic techniques to ensure patient safety during treatments.
• Provide acute pain management, triage patients in emergency or urgent care settings, and support critical care activities including ventilator management and ICU procedures.
• Engage in clinical research and data collection efforts to improve patient outcomes; participate in clinical trials related to infectious disease care, pain management, or other specialties.
• Support hospital medicine services by discharging patients, coordinating post-acute care plans, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on complex cases such as Level I & II trauma centers or neonatal ICU (PICU).
• Maintain accurate medical records following HIPAA regulations; document CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) coding for billing purposes; ensure compliance with ICD-9/10 coding standards.

Qualifications

• Fresh Out of PA School Candidates Welcomed
• Valid Physician Assistant license with current certification from the NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants).
• Proven experience in hospital settings such as emergency medicine, critical care, or medical-surgical units; Level I & II trauma center experience highly preferred.
• Strong proficiency with EMR systems including Epic, ECW, Meditech and other EHR platforms; familiarity with telehealth technology is a plus.
• Demonstrated skills in performing physical examinations, diagnostic evaluation, medication administration, and patient assessment across diverse populations including pediatrics, geriatrics, neonatal patients, and hospice & palliative medicine.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy knowledge, CPT coding practices, ICD coding standards (ICD-9/10), and infection control protocols.
• Excellent communication skills for effective patient education and health coaching; ability to work efficiently within multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to maintaining HIPAA compliance while managing sensitive patient data; proficiency in data management and clinical research documentation. Embark on a rewarding career where your skills make a real difference! We are dedicated to fostering a supportive environment that encourages professional growth while delivering exceptional patient care across outpatient clinics, inpatient wards, emergency rooms, or specialized units such as neonatal or pediatric intensive care. Join us today to be part of a passionate team committed to advancing healthcare excellence!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $109,477.36 – $131,843.70 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person