Physician Assistant
About The Position
Chestnut Health is a physician group specializing in physiatry care for patients in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs). The Physician Assistant joins the physiatry team to partner with SNF medical teams in delivering patient care and treatment that supports restored function, improved quality of life, and greater independence. The role works in a collaborative, patient-centered environment, and new graduates are encouraged to apply. The position includes assessing patients with rehabilitation needs, developing and adjusting treatment plans, monitoring progress, collaborating with healthcare professionals, documenting care, and educating patients and families about rehabilitation and post-discharge care. Chestnut Health describes its culture as built on compassion, integrity, and innovation and states that it is committed to work-life balance for providers.
Requirements
- Active license 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.
- Desire to work in Physiatry/Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
Nice To Haves
- Orthopedic experience.
- Physiatry experience.
- Skilled Nursing experience.
- New graduates are encouraged to apply.
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 to enhance clinical knowledge and skills.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of initial evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries in electronic medical records systems.
- Educate and counsel patients and their families about the rehabilitation process, expected outcomes, and post-discharge care.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package with productivity bonuses.
- Medical insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Paid Time Off (PTO).
- Continuing Medical Education Allowance.
- Malpractice Insurance.
- 401(k).
- No after-hours call.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
