Specialty Physician Assistant - Gastroenterology

Specialty Physician Assistant – Gastroenterology

Atrius Health, an innovative healthcare leader, delivers an effective system of connected care for more than 690,000 adult and pediatric patients at 30 medical practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Atrius Health’s 645 physicians and primary care providers, along with 420 additional clinicians, work in close collaboration with hospital partners, community specialists and skilled nursing facilities. Our vision is to transform care to improve lives.

Atrius Health provides high-quality, patient-centered, coordinated, cost‑effective care to every patient we serve. By establishing a solid foundation of shared decision‑making, understanding and trust with each of its patients, Atrius Health enhances their health and enriches their lives. Atrius Health is part of Optum, a health services company focused on building the leading value‑based care system in the country.

Under the clinical supervision of a supervising physician, the incumbent is a certified Physician Assistant who possesses advanced training and skills in assessing, diagnosing, and treating well patients as well as patients with acute illness and disease. The PA works in a collaborative team practice that recognizes the patient as the central focus, supports the physician in situations requiring physical assessment and complex communication with patients, and serves as a patient educator in areas of specialization.

• Provide comprehensive patient care within the department of gastroenterology.
• Conduct physical assessments and manage complex communication with patients.
• Educate patients on disease management and preventive care.
• Collaborate with gastroenterologists, other PAs, nurses, and support staff.
• Participate in weekly educational programs and career development activities.

• Graduate of a nationally accredited Master’s‑level Physician Assistant program.
• National certification as a Physician Assistant (eligible).
• License to practice as a Physician Assistant in Massachusetts.
• DEA registration and Massachusetts Department of Public Health Controlled Substances registration.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required;
  Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty.

• Minimum two years of experience, preferably as a PA within gastroenterology, colorectal surgery, rheumatology, or oncology.

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy clinical environment.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with physicians, residents, nurses, patients, families, staff, and management.

• Up to 8% company retirement contribution.
• Generous paid time off.
• 10 paid holidays.
• Paid professional development.
• Competitive health and welfare benefit package.

Dedham, MA – Dedham Medical;
Monday–Friday;
Regular full-time (40 hrs); clinical professional. Individual contributor. This is an exclusive outpatient practice with a balanced schedule that provides an optimal work‑life balance. A combination of remote and in‑person patient visits allows flexibility in designing the work schedule.