Physician Assistant Hourly

Physician Assistant Hourly Wellpath - 2.7 Nesquehoning, PA Job Details PRN $75.60 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Wellness program Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Qualifications PALS Certification BLS Certification Correctional experience Corrections facility medical clinic experience DEA License Working with incarcerated individuals Advanced practice provider Physician Assistant License Full Job Description How you make a difference : The Physician Assistant provides comprehensive medical care to inmates under the supervision of medical leadership. Responsibilities include evaluating and treating acute and emergency complaints, participating in administrative meetings, and supporting cross-coverage needs. The PA collaborates with physicians and mental health professionals, ensuring clinical documentation and treatment align with protocols. They maintain patient privacy and contribute to quality improvement activities. The role also involves emergency care coordination and psychiatric assessment support.

Qualifications & Requirements :

EDUCATION

Completion of an accredited education program for PAs

EXPERIENCE

Previous correctional/detention facility experience Minimum two (2) years' experience

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Unrestricted current license, certification or registration in state of practice Must maintain all certifications, educational requirements, licensing, etc. Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration Current (and must maintain) lifesaving BLS and PALS (where applicable) certification through

AHA Key Responsibilities :

Deliver acute and emergency medical care in accordance with protocols Consult with physicians and manage patient transfers when clinically indicated Document all findings using the S.O.A.P. method and EMR systems Maintain HIPAA compliance and participate in quality improvement efforts Provide cross-coverage and support psychiatric stability assessments

You Matter :

Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture Excellent career growth opportunities Join us and find a career that supports: Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging Autonomy in a warm team environment Growth and training Perks and Benefits In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work, life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing including: DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it! Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching Company paid life insurance Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA) Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service. We are an

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer :

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn't seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles. Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description. We are an

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer :

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn't seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles. Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description.