Physician Assistant

Job Type

Full-time

Description

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) works within a clinic as part of a collaborative team, which may include Family Practice and/or Internal Medicine Physicians, RN Case Managers, and clinic staff. This team operates under a comprehensive, coordinated care model to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.

The APP primarily manages the patient population in collaboration with the primary care physician and/or specialist. Depending on the group's needs, the APP may provide care in outpatient and/or inpatient settings, though most positions are outpatient unless otherwise specified. Acting as an extension of the primary care physician, the APP delivers both chronic and acute care services to patients.

Performance metrics tied to the organization's strategic goals and operational requirements will be used to monitor and evaluate the APP's effectiveness and outcomes.

• Potential sign-on bonuses
• 3 weeks of paid time off
• 1 week paid off for CME (w/$2,000 stipend)
• $1,500/yr Licensure and Professional Affiliation stipend
• Uncapped and fully-supported Monthly Bonus Program
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Healthcare Savings Account w/HDHP and w/company contribution
• 401k retirement savings plan w/company match
• Deferred Compensation plan w/company match
• Paid malpractice insurance
• Limited on-call duties (phone call only)
• Company-paid basic life insurance
• Company-paid Short Term and Long-Term insurance
• Extensive Employer Sponsored Discount Program
• Employee referral program ($1,500/successful referral APP hire)

Requirements

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) delivers patient care in accordance with their licensure and certification.

• Diagnoses and manages both acute and chronic conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, kidney disease, and other chronic illnesses, as well as minor injuries and acute medical issues such as infections or exacerbations of chronic diseases.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests, including lab work, x-rays, and EKGs.
• Prescribes medications and other treatments as necessary to address identified conditions.
• Educates patients about their medical conditions, treatment plans, and expected outcomes to ensure they are well-informed and engaged in their care.
• Collaborates as part of a comprehensive, multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality, evidence-based care.
• Performs additional duties as assigned to support patient care and organizational goals.

Minimum Required Education, Experience & Skills

• Graduate credit for PA/NP Program
• Current Licensure through the Georgia Board
• Current prescriptive authority from the Georgia Board

Key physical and mental requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to push or pull heavy objects using up to 50 pounds of force
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to use fine motor skills to operate office equipment and/or machinery
• Ability to receive and comprehend instructions verbally and/or in writing
• Ability to use logical reasoning for simple and complex problem solving
• Ability to travel to multiple locations to support business needs as required

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Southeast Primary Care Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

12/2024