Physician Assistant

Quick Facts

• Role: Physician Assistant (Direct Hire)

Description

Perform medical examinations and evaluations to formulate diagnoses, interpret radiograph and other diagnostic testing, and order routine laboratory tests and imaging studies. Implement response guide therapies and prescribe medication based on evidence-based recommendations, and document care in electronic medical records. Provide health education to patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Perform medical examinations and evaluations
• Interpret radiograph and other diagnostic reports
• Order routine laboratory tests and imaging studies
• Provide evidence-based therapies and prescribe medication
• Write and dictate electronic medical record entries
• Educate patients and families on health matters

Requirements

• US citizenship
• Graduation from an ARC-PA accredited physician assistant program
• NCCPA examination completed; maintain certified status with CME and recertification
• Current, active, full, unrestricted PA license/registration
• Minimum 1 year experience as a certified physician assistant in exams, diagnosis, and interpreting diagnostic testing (no education substitution)
• Background investigation suitability/fitness clearance
• Immunization screening; Hepatitis B immunization for positions with direct patient contact
• Seasonal Influenza vaccination requirements (annual, unless exempted)
• Tuberculosis testing
• Maintain BLS certification (AHA or American Red Cross)
• Pre-employment urinalysis for illegal drug use; comply with random and reasonable-suspicion drug testing
• Fulfill credentialing requirements and obtain/maintain relevant clinical privileges
• Provide proof of US citizenship
• Selective Service certification if applicable

Benefits

A comprehensive U.S. federal employee benefits package is available; eligibility depends on the type of position held and whether it is full-time, part-time, or intermittent.