Primary Care Physician Assistant

The Physician Assistant at St. Luke's provides healthcare services to patients under physician supervision or collaboration. Responsibilities include medical evaluation, treatment, counseling, diagnostic assessments, procedural interventions, and participation in virtual care. The role emphasizes patient advocacy, quality improvement, education, and interdisciplinary collaboration to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat patients, including conducting physical examinations and obtaining medical histories.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests such as radiologic and laboratory studies.
• Develop and implement patient management and treatment plans based on assessments.
• Perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures within granted clinical privileges.
• Provide virtual care services, including live assessments and treatment via the virtual platform.
• Participate in patient education, wellness promotion, and health prevention strategies.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic medical records for billing and clinical purposes.
• Contribute to clinical quality improvement, research, and development of management guidelines.

Compensation

• Value-based compensation model.
• W-2 tax status.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Retirement plan options including 403(b).
• Paid Time Off (vacation and leave benefits).

Shift & Schedule

• Full-time position with physical activity including sitting, standing, walking, and lifting as described.
• Schedule details not explicitly specified; flexibility implied based on clinical duties.

Requirements

• Current Physician Assistant license in Pennsylvania or New Jersey.
• Certification through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Ability to perform physical examinations and diagnostic evaluations.
• Proficiency in electronic medical record documentation.
• Strong communication skills for patient counseling and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Commitment to continuing medical education and professional development.
• Experience with virtual care platforms is preferred.
• Ability to perform physical activities including standing, walking, and lifting up to 10 pounds regularly.
• Demonstrated patient advocacy and quality improvement participation.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented healthcare environment.