Physician Assistant HWC

Penn State University • Altoona, PA

40d • Onsite

About The Position

Penn State Altoona’s AAAHC-accredited Health & Wellness Center is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and autonomous Physician Assistant (PA) to join our multidisciplinary team. This is an exciting opportunity to provide evidence-based, student-centered clinical care within a comprehensive model that integrates medical services, counseling, psychiatry, wellness, and health promotion. Our ideal candidate is committed to holistic health, values collaboration, and thrives in a setting that supports both independence and teamwork. At times, this position requires working independently as the on-site clinician. This position would report to the co-director of the Health & Wellness Center.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• 3+ years of relevant experience
• Licensed Physician Assistant - Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine
• Current Physician Assistant (PA) licensure in the state of Pennsylvania.
• Current NCCPA national certification.
• DEA registration or eligibility.
• Current BLS certification.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in primary care, family medicine, urgent care, or college health settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for acute and chronic medical conditions common in young adult and college populations.
• Conduct health assessments, preventive care visits, physical exams, minor procedures, and chronic disease management.
• Deliver culturally competent and developmentally appropriate care to a diverse student community.
• Order, interpret, and follow up on laboratory studies, imaging, and other diagnostic tests.
• Prescribe medications and manage treatment plans in accordance with Pennsylvania state scope-of-practice regulations.
• Provide sexual and reproductive health services, including contraception counseling, STI screening/treatment, and LGBTQ+ affirming care.
• Participate in emergency and urgent response, including triage, stabilization, and coordination of care.

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees