Exciting Physician Assistant Opportunity for a New Program
Ennis, Montana, United States
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Job Summary

Occupation Physician Assistant
Specialty Geriatrics
Salary $100,000 – $121,000 yearly
Degree Required MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH PhD DHS/DHSc
Position Type Full-Time
Work Environment Home Care/House Calls Outpatient
Location 60632, Chicago, Illinois, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 12/13/24

Job Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated Advanced Practice Provider to join our nonprofit partner in a new and exciting opportunity in their PACE program. The ideal candidate will provide specialized medical care to elderly patients, focusing on promoting healthy aging and managing age-related health conditions.

This is a rewarding opportunity that offers work/life balance in a collaborative, team-centric work environment. You will be able to build great rapport with your colleagues and patients!

Duties:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of geriatric patients' health status
- Develop personalized care plans tailored to each patient's needs and goals
- Manage and coordinate the treatment of medical conditions commonly seen in the elderly population
- Prescribe medications and monitor their effectiveness and side effects
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care for geriatric patients

-Manages primary care medical practice in PACE Center and in participants’ homes
- Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
- Graduate degree or post-master certificate required along with completion of accredited Nurse Practitioner Program or graduate of accredited Physician Assistant Program
- Specialization in geriatrics preferred
- Active, unrestricted board certification

- Must possess valid driver’s license and documentation of current automobile insurance.
- Strong communication skills and empathy when interacting with elderly patients and their families

- Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly preferred