Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
Physician Assistant
Career Insights for Physician Assistant
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on Georgia data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
What they do
A Physician Assistant provides medical care to patients, under the supervision of a physician or surgeon. Works in all areas and specialties of medicine, and is licensed to practice medicine but has less formal certification than a physician. Performs duties delegated by a physician such as recording patient medical histories, ordering diagnostic tests, or giving immunizations. May serve as the primary healthcare provider, in consultation with a part-time physician, in communities with limited health care resources.
$117,988 / year median in Georgia
+18% projected growth
Job Description
Behavioral Pediatrics of Rural Georgia provides medical diagnosis and management of autism spectrum disorder, complex ADHD, tic disorders, picky eating, and anxiety disorders. We are adding a third physician assistant to help meet the overwhelming demand for our services. We will provide intensive mentorship and training. Our innovative practice environment will provide opportunities for advocacy, collaboration, and research. Our facilities include a large playroom for play-based assessments. We sit at the intersection of pediatrics, psychiatry, and neurology. Join us in changing lives across South Georgia. We serve children and families from over 80 counties. Our physician-led team includes a mental health counselor, physician assistants, chronic care managers, an ABA clinic and DFCS liason. We are a team-oriented practice that values work-life balance and personal fulfillment through service to others. Interested candidates should email a resume with a cover letter.
Responsibilities:
Assist physicians with diagnosing and managing autism spectrum disorder, complex ADHD, tic disorders, anxiety disorders and ARFID using a combination of telemedicine and in-person visits. Teach parents effective behavioral interventions for common problem behaviors using our 10-lesson series. Parent coaching visits are telephone or video chat. Assist parents in advocating for appropriate educational services. Collaborate with DFCS, therapists, educators, and primary care providers. Reflect our core values of helping children meet their potential while meeting families where they are. Make a difference every day.
Requirements:
Active Physician Assistant License or eligible for a GA PA license Clean criminal background check Interest in pediatric mental and behavioral health Excellent organizational, time management, problem-solving, and customer service skills
Job Type:
Full-time, no nights, weekends or holidays.
Pay:
Starting hourly range $55-$60 an hour depending on experience
Benefits:
401(k) Health insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Physical setting: Clinic In person
Schedule:
10 hour shifts 4 days a week
Experience:
Experience is not required, new graduates are encouraged to apply. PI286917889