Physician Assistant

4 weeks ago

Houtzdale, Pennsylvania, United States Wellpath Full time
Make a Difference in Correctional Healthcare

Wellpath is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant to join our team in providing high-quality medical care to underserved populations in correctional facilities. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct daily sick call and provide emergency care for medical emergencies
  • Develop and implement patient care plans, working collaboratively with the healthcare team
  • Provide ongoing care for patients with non-psychotic behavioral health disorders
  • Participate in Quality Management and Peer Review activities, documenting findings using the S.O.A.P.E. method
Qualifications & Requirements:
  • Master's degree in nursing (NPs) or an accredited education program for PAs
  • Previous correctional/detention facility experience
  • Minimum two (2) years experience
  • Unrestricted current license, certification or registration in state of practice
  • Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration
  • Current (and must maintain) lifesaving BLS and PALS (where applicable) certification through AHA
Why Choose Wellpath?

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn't seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description.

We offer ongoing training and development opportunities for licensed and unlicensed healthcare team members, and have best-in-class clinical resources for training, education, and point-of-care support.

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