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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.
$130,643 / year median in Louisiana
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Nephrology Practice Location:
Shreveport, Louisiana Employment Type:
Full-Time About the Opportunity We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Physician Assistant (PA) to join our growing nephrology practice in Shreveport, Louisiana. This position offers a dynamic mix of inpatient nephrology care, hospital consultations, and dialysis rounding responsibilities. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment and enjoy collaborating closely with physicians, dialysis staff, hospital teams, and patients with complex kidney disease. Primary Responsibilities Conduct hospital rounds and evaluate nephrology patients in inpatient settings. Perform dialysis rounds at outpatient and inpatient dialysis facilities. Assess, diagnose, and manage patients with acute and chronic kidney disease under physician supervision. Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with nephrologists. Document patient encounters accurately and efficiently within the electronic medical record. Coordinate care with hospitals, dialysis centers, primary care providers, and specialists. Provide patient and family education regarding kidney disease management and treatment options. Review laboratory and diagnostic results and communicate findings to supervising physicians. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and practice development activities. Call Responsibilities Serve as the first point of contact for after-hours patient calls and clinical concerns. Participate in night, weekend, and holiday call coverage as required. Triage patient issues and collaborate with the on-call nephrologist to ensure appropriate care and follow-up. QualificationsRequired Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program. Current Louisiana PA license or eligibility for licensure. NCCPA certification. Current DEA registration or ability to obtain. Excellent communication, organizational, and clinical decision-making skills. Preferred Two (2) years of experience in a patient care setting , preferably in hospital medicine, internal medicine, critical care, nephrology, or a related specialty. Experience managing complex medical patients in acute care or dialysis environments. Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems. Compensation & Benefits We offer a competitive compensation package that may include: Competitive salary Productivity and/or performance incentives Health and dental insurance Paid time off and holidays CME allowance and paid CME time Malpractice coverage Retirement plan options Professional growth and development opportunities Join Our Team This is an excellent opportunity for a Physician Assistant seeking a challenging and rewarding career in nephrology while working closely with an experienced team dedicated to providing exceptional kidney care throughout the Shreveport community. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply today.Pay:
$110,000.00 - $130,000.00 per yearBenefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement planWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development
- Other Retirement and Savings