Physician Assistant

Chestnut Health•Monticello, KY

10d

About The Position

Chestnut Health is a physician group specializing in physiatry care for patients in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs). The Physician Assistant joins a collaborative, patient-centered physiatry team, partnering with SNF medical teams to support patient care, restore function, and improve quality of life. The role involves assessing patients, setting and monitoring rehabilitation goals, coordinating with multidisciplinary care teams, documenting care, and educating patients and families. New graduates are encouraged to apply. The organization describes its culture as built on compassion, integrity, and innovation, and states that it is committed to work-life balance for providers.

Requirements

Actively licensed to practice in the state of employment.
Current Controlled Substance License, required upon start date.
Current DEA License, required upon start date.
NCCPA Certificate.
Certified Physician Assistant certification is required.
Desire to work in Physiatry/Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

Nice To Haves

Orthopedic experience.
Physiatry experience.
Skilled Nursing experience.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with therapists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans for patients with diverse rehabilitation needs.
Conduct patient assessments, including medical histories, physical examinations, and diagnostic evaluations, to determine rehabilitation goals and interventions.
Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed to optimize functional outcomes and promote independence.
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and educational activities.
Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical record documentation, including initial evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
Educate and counsel patients and their families about the rehabilitation process, expected outcomes, and post-discharge care.