Physician Assistant

Overview

Provide primary health care to Justice Center patients with an emphasis on education in chronic disease.

St. Louis County offers a comprehensive benefits package to support employee health and work-life balance, including affordable health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 4 weeks of Paid Time Off in the first year, 11 paid holidays, a deferred benefit retirement plan, paid life insurance, and short- and long-term disability.

For more details on County benefits, please visit the Competitive Benefits page on the St. Louis County website.

St. Louis County Government is a qualified agency for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For more information, visit the Public Service Loan Forgiveness page on Federal Student Aid.

• Perform diagnostic, health assessment, and patient care management duties.
• Review patient charts and follow up.
• Provide education to patients.
• Work under the direct supervision of a physician.

• Requires Physician Assistant degree with passing/completion of the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) boards and three years of experience as a Physician Assistant.

A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant, including education and experience, answers to supplemental questions, references, and other relevant information. The committee may set criteria beyond the minimum qualifications. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant’s earned grade, and a qualifying grade of 70 or more is required to be eligible for appointment. After initial interviews, candidates may be contacted to complete a Conviction Questionnaire, with a 3-day response window.

The top five candidates will be certified to the Department Director who will make the final decision.

All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory, with the cost covered by the County.

In support of health, safety, and wellness, as required by CMS guidelines and to be compliant with regulations, all newly hired employees must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Acceptable forms of proof include a CDC vaccination card (or legible photo), documentation from a health care provider, electronic health record, or state immunization information system record. New employees must be fully vaccinated prior to starting service;

full vaccination is defined as EUA-approved vaccines or standard vaccine series, with timing as specified for two-dose or single-dose regimens. Exemption requests for medical or religious reasons may be submitted during the hiring phase and may be accommodated. Exemptions may require wearing facial coverings and periodic testing. All prospective employees must read and acknowledge this policy during the application process.

Applicants interested in applying should visit  Online applications are required.

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