Physician Assistant (PA) - Geriatric Medicine

77 consultants • Fayetteville, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Physician Assistant to provide good medical care to older patients in the program.

Requirements

• Must have graduated from an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Must have an active PA license in North Carolina or be willing to get one
• At least 2 years of experience as a Physician Assistant (preferably with elderly patients)
• Experience working with frail or elderly populations, or be willing to take PACE training
• Must have BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification
• Strong clinical skills and ability to make decisions independently
• Clean history with no malpractice or license issues
• Must have DEA Registration
• Most recent NPDB Self Query Report (must be active and within the last 30 days)
• BLS Certification
• Controlled Substance (CSR/CDS)
• DEA Registration
• NCCPA Certification
• North Carolina State License
• Compliance with state health requirements (e.g., NC Employee Medical Statement)

Nice To Haves

• Preferably with elderly patients
• Willing to take PACE training

Responsibilities

• Work together with doctors to give primary medical care.
• Check and assess patients when they first join, every six months, once a year, or whenever needed.
• Create and follow personalized care plans with the team.
• Treat patients who are sick and manage long-term health conditions.
• Provide preventive care like health screenings, vaccinations, and regular check-ups.
• Prescribe the right medications and therapies.
• Refer patients to specialists if needed.
• Help with planning for patients who are leaving care and transitions.
• Teach patients, families, and caregivers about their treatment and health management.
• Be an active member of a team that includes various healthcare professionals.
• Help create and improve healthcare policies and standards.
• Participate in staff training and education.
• Keep accurate and compliant patient records.
• Be part of the on-call rotation.
• Follow all rules and guidelines set by the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree