Physician Assistant - Glendale, AZ

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Physician Assistant (PA) – Post-Acute Care (Skilled Nursing Facilities)

Location: Avondale and Glendale, Arizona

Hours & Schedule: Full-time, weekdays with weekend coverage twice per month

Work Environment: Skilled Nursing Facilities (Post-Acute / Long-Term Care)

Travel Required: Local travel between assigned facilities

Salary / Hourly Rate: $50–$55 per hour

Benefits Offered: Independent contractor position (1099)

Why work with us:

We provide high-quality medical services within skilled nursing and post-acute care facilities, with a strong focus on improving patient outcomes and reducing hospital readmissions. Providers enjoy a supportive, collaborative environment where they can practice independently while making a meaningful difference for residents and their families.

What our ideal new team member looks like:

We are looking for a Physician Assistant who thrives in post-acute and long-term care settings, values autonomy, and demonstrates excellent clinical judgment. The ideal candidate is compassionate, adaptable, and skilled in collaborating with facility teams to deliver the highest standard of care.

Job Summary:

The Physician Assistant will provide direct in-person care at multiple skilled nursing facilities in Avondale and Glendale. This role is focused on weekend rounding, ensuring continuity of care, managing acute and chronic conditions, and supporting smooth care transitions for patients.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Complete weekend rounds across assigned skilled nursing facilities
• Perform patient assessments and develop individualized care plans
• Manage acute conditions and chronic disease exacerbations
• Order, review, and act upon laboratory, imaging, and diagnostic results
• Prescribe and adjust medications as clinically appropriate
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary care teams
• Provide patient, family, and staff education on treatment goals and expectations
• Document all clinical encounters promptly and accurately in the EMR
• Support discharge planning and ensure continuity of care
• Maintain compliance with facility protocols and regulatory standards

Prerequisites / License & Certification Requirements:

• Active, unrestricted Arizona Physician Assistant license
• Graduate of an accredited U.S.-based PA program (Puerto Rico-based programs not eligible)
• Current proficiency with EMR systems and documentation in post-acute care
• Strong communication, organizational, and clinical decision-making skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1–2 years of experience in post-acute, long-term care, or skilled nursing facilities
• Prior experience managing patients in high-acuity settings
• Comfort working independently within defined clinical guidelines
• New graduates will also be considered

If you are a compassionate Physician Assistant interested in providing meaningful care within skilled nursing facilities, we invite you to apply. Please submit your most current resume or CV for consideration. Cover letters and references are welcome but optional.