Physician Assistant
About The Position
Chestnut Health is a physician group specializing in physiatry care for patients in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs). It partners with SNF medical teams to provide patient care and treatment that helps patients restore function and improve quality of life. The Physician Assistant joins a collaborative, patient-centered physiatry team and supports patients’ functional outcomes and independence. New graduates are encouraged to apply. The role includes assessing patients, developing and monitoring rehabilitation plans, collaborating with healthcare professionals, documenting care in electronic medical records, and educating patients and families. The company states that it is committed to fostering work-life balance and that the position has no after-hours call.
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 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 appropriate rehabilitation goals and interventions.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary 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 electronic medical record documentation of initial evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
- Provide patients and families with education and counseling 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
