What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Assistant position at Rural Health, Inc.?
Rural Health, Inc. (RHI) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and nonprofit organization serving Southern Illinois since 1979. With locations in Anna, Dongola, Goreville, Metropolis, and Vienna, RHI provides compassionate, comprehensive healthcare to patients of all ages.
We are seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant (PA-C) to provide family-oriented primary care in a collaborative, patient-centered environment.
Responsibilities:
· Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients from infancy through older adulthood.
· Manage acute and chronic conditions and prescribe medications.
· Order and interpret labs, imaging, and other diagnostic tests.
· Provide preventive care, health education, and counseling.
· Coordinate care with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals.
· Maintain accurate EMR documentation, coding, and patient records.
· Protect patient confidentiality and support quality-improvement initiatives.
Qualifications:
· Master’s degree from an accredited PA program.
· Current Illinois PA license, DEA, and controlled-substance license.
· Board certification and current BLS certification.
· 2 years of Family Medicine experience preferred/required.
· EMR experience; Athena experience is a plus.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
· Commitment to compassionate, family-centered care.
Why Join RHI?
Enjoy small-community living, excellent colleagues, and meaningful work while serving the diverse communities of beautiful Southern Illinois.
NHSC and SLRP loan repayment options are available and you may qualify.
Join Rural Health, Inc. and make a difference—one patient at a time.
Excellent benefit package. EOE
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Salary : $110,000 - $130,000