Physician Assistant

Full Job Description

*The current business need for this position is for the incumbent to cover maternity leave at our Perry Hall Location (8817 Belair Rd #200,Nottingham, MD 21236) for 6 months, and then return to our Owings Mills location (9199 Reisterstown Rd #203B,Owings Mills, MD 21117) to assist further longer term organizational growth.

4x10hour days (permanent three day weekend), No On-Call, No Weekend work, No Overnights, No Swing Shifts, No Holiday work. Get your life back, and still reduce Chronic Illness!

Company Overview

We are a dynamic and innovative weight loss company dedicated to empowering individuals to achieve their health and wellness goals. Our distinctive approach to weight management combines personalized plans, one-on-one sessions with a provider with medication supported by lifestyle changes to ensure sustainable and effective weight loss outcomes. We seek motivated and compassionate individuals to join our team and contribute to our mission of helping people transform their lives through weight management and wellness.

Position Overview

As a Physician Assistant in our clinic, you will play a crucial role in helping patients achieve their weight loss goals through personalized care, consultation, injection therapy, education, and support. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients while working collaboratively with a team of healthcare professionals and contribute to the success of our innovative weight loss programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients’ medical history, current health status, weight-related concerns, and goals.
• Collaborate with supervising physician and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized weight loss plans tailored to each patient’s needs, preferences, and medical conditions.
• Perform procedures such as administering injections, prescribing medications, and managing medical devices as needed for weight management.
• Offer medical guidance and counseling to patients regarding injection therapy, behavior modification, and medication management for weight loss and weight maintenance.
• Monitor patients’ progress regularly through follow-up appointments, track changes in weight, body composition, and overall health status, and adjust treatment plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records, documenting patient assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and any pertinent communications with other healthcare providers.
• Advocate for patients’ health and well-being by providing support, encouragement, and resources to empower them to achieve their weight loss goals.

Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant university program.
• Current certification as a Physician Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• State licensure as a Physician Assistant.
• Proficiency in conducting comprehensive patient assessments, including medical history, physical exams, and diagnostic tests related to weight management.
• Ability to develop individualized treatment plans based on patients’ unique needs, preferences, and medical conditions.
• Previous experience in primary care, health and wellness, urgent care or emergency medicine, or a related specialty with a focus on weight management preferred.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care with empathy and respect.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to establish rapport and build trusting relationships with patients.
• Demonstrated knowledge of weight management principles, medications, nutrition, and behavior change techniques.
• Demonstrates capability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive attitude, professionalism and productivity.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Willingness to stay updated on the latest research, guidelines, and advancements in the field of weight management.
• Passion for promoting health and wellness and supporting individuals in achieving their weight loss goals.

Compensation:

The anticipated salary range for this position is $115,000.00 to $120,000.00 per year.

The posted salary range for this position takes into account various factors, including the candidate’s work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations. Additionally, the salary offered within this range may be subject to a geographic adjustment, based on a specific city and state, and depending on the role. This adjustment would occur if authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.

Schedule:

This position is scheduled to work Monday through Thursday, with no on-call, overnight or weekend shifts required.

Work Setting:

This position requires on-site presence at the clinic.

Rivas is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Rivas are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Rivas will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. We encourage applicants of all ages, backgrounds, abilities, and perspectives to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $115,000.00 – $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• PA-C (Required)
• Maryland Physician Assistant License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Owings Mills, MD 21117 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Owings Mills, MD 21117: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person