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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.
$132,705 / year median in Pennsylvania
+8% projected growth
Job Description
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
(PA) About Us We are growing! Join our team of caring professionals at Connected Health, conveniently located in Wexford. Connected Health is not your typical medical office. We deliver proactive, personalized, relationship-based care in a concierge-style model that is not driven by insurance companies—allowing us to put the focus back on patients and our team. Our integrated approach connects clients to medical care alongside fitness, nutrition, physical therapy, and more. About the Role We are seeking a compassionate, motivated Physician Assistant to join our collaborative care team. This role is ideal for a PA who values meaningful patient relationships and the ability to practice medicine in an innovative, fast-growing environment. The Physician Assistant will provide comprehensive primary care services, collaborate closely with physicians and clinical staff, and play an active role in delivering an exceptional patient experience. Key Responsibilities and Duties The Physician Assistant will provide comprehensive primary care services to patients across the lifespan in a collaborative, team-based setting. Clinical Responsibilities- Screen patients to determine the need for medical attention.
- Obtain and document patient histories and review medical records.
- Perform physical examinations, diagnose illnesses, and develop treatment plans.
- Manage acute and chronic conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, and common infections.
- Order, interpret, and review laboratory tests, X-rays, and EKGs.
- Identify normal and abnormal findings from patient histories, physical exams, and diagnostic studies.
- Prescribe medications in accordance with state and federal regulations.
- Provide counseling on wellness, immunizations, and preventative health maintenance.
- Initiate evaluation and initial emergency management of urgent medical conditions when appropriate.
- Collaborate with physicians and other providers for consultation and referral. Clinical Procedures
- Suturing and care of minor lacerations
- Injections and venipuncture
- Intradermal testing
- Electrocardiograms (EKGs)
- Control of hemorrhage and wound care
- Application of dressings and bandages
- Removal of superficial foreign bodies
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
- Use of aseptic and isolation techniques Clinical Operations & Care Coordination
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) within a 24-hour timeframe.
- Prepare patient summaries and clinical documentation as needed.
- Initiate requests for commonly performed laboratory and radiographic studies.
- Triage patient telephone calls and manage Spruce messaging
- Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to manage after-hours and weekend patient communication as needed. Administrative & Professional Responsibilities
- Participate in decisions related to daily clinical operations.
- Engage in professional activities that support the advancement of the Physician Assistant profession.
- Complete required continuing medical education (CME) to maintain certification.
- Perform additional duties as directed by the supervising physician.