Physician Assistant- Primary Care

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.

Clinical: Demonstrates the ability to independently manage a panel of patients with complex, chronic care issues using the best available evidence and national guidelines to achieve optimal population health and effective disease management. The PA independently follows their own panel of general internal medicine patients, functioning as their primary care provider. Demonstrates leadership and works collaboratively with assigned Primary Care Team and other interdisciplinary teams to identify, analyze and coordinate internal and external resources to resolve care issues and meet the medical and psychosocial needs of assigned panel of patients. Appropriately orders diagnostic and therapeutic tests relative to patient's age-specific needs and health conditions. Appropriately orders specialty consultations, effectively communicating the patient's level of acuity, any relevant diagnostic studies completed, and medical decision-making that prompted consultation. Appropriately prescribes pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions that support the patient's ability to maintain or regain their health status. Monitors and documents the effectiveness of treatment interventions, achievement of institutional quality measures and performance metrics. Sets clinical care goals, short and long term, in collaboration with patients, providers, and family members. Provides education to patients and their families regarding complex medical, social, and behavioral conditions with a focus on self management, prevention and wellness based on the patient's health goals and needs. Exemplifies the ICARE core values of-Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect, and Excellence which define our culture and strengthen our dedication to those we serve. Administrative: Because of the highly integrative approach used in Primary Care outpatient clinics, the Physician Assistant must work closely with their colleagues and must serve as a leader in developing processes to improve care and satisfaction. Research: If assigned research duties, the PA enrolls patients in active Ambulatory Care research protocols and completes follow-up visits with required studies. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm Compressed/Flexible: May be authorized if approved by supervisor Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact joshua.titensor@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more

All qualified candidates encouraged to apply. Open to U.S. Citizens but non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical evaluation/examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). You may be required to serve a probationary period. Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.