Physician Associate

Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Physician Associate to join our healthcare team. In this vital role, you will work closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality patient care across diverse medical settings. Your expertise will help streamline clinical workflows, enhance patient experiences, and ensure comprehensive assessments and treatments. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment dedicated to improving health outcomes for all patients.

Our psychiatrist is seeking a dedicated and passionate Physician Associate (PA) to join his outpatient psychiatry clinic. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent PA graduate who is enthusiastic about working in psychiatry.

Responsibilities:

• Provide compassionate and comprehensive psychiatric care to patients in an outpatient setting.
• Work closely with the psychiatrist to assess, diagnose, and treat various psychiatric conditions.
• Conduct patient evaluations, create treatment plans, and follow up on patient progress.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure the highest standard of patient care.

Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited PA program.
• Valid PA license in the state of Illinois.
• Strong interest in psychiatry and a commitment to ongoing learning in the field.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Training and Support:

• The selected candidate will receive comprehensive training directly from the psychiatrist.
• Ongoing mentorship and support will be provided to ensure professional growth and development.

Application Process:

• Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their interest in psychiatry and their career goals.
• Selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.
• If the fit is right, a contract will be offered to the successful candidate.

Requirements

• Valid certification as a Physician Associate or equivalent credential with current state licensure.
• Proven experience working in hospital or outpatient settings with familiarity in inpatient care, triage, or emergency medicine.
• Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic or similar platforms for documentation and patient management.
• Ability to perform clinical tasks including medication administration.
• Basic life support (BLS) certification required

Pay: $100,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Malpractice insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person