Physician Assistant (PA) – PACE

“To profoundly enhance the everyday lives of frail, elderly, individuals by supporting their independence, increasing their social support and providing comprehensive, well-coordinated whole-person care”

What is PACE?

PACE or Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly is a federal and state funded program that provides comprehensive, coordinated, and proactive whole-person care to help maintain and improve seniors’ health so they can live safely in their homes. HopeWest PACE provides home care, access to the day center and clinic, transportation to and from medical appointments, and activities to enhance the lives of patients and their families. This innovative program balances medical, emotional, physical, and social needs of seniors.

The Unique Responsibilities of the Physician Assistant (PA) at PACE:

• Provides wide range of Primary Care services including diagnosis and treatment of chronic and acute illness, preventative care, and urgent medical needs all in collaboration with the Chief Medical Director.
• Conducts health assessments and evaluates patient needs in the clinic, the PACE Day Center and the patient’s home
• Serves as a member of the robust interdisciplinary team to develop and implement the comprehensive plan of care to meet each patients’ individual needs
• Make appropriate and timely referrals to our contracted providers out in the community

What You Bring:

• Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant program and licensed in the State of Colorado
• Controlled substance license with current DEA license number
• Eligible or currently possesses Medicare/Medicaid UPIN number
• Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience in a health-related field
• Valid Colorado driver’s license, adequate automobile insurance and access to reliable transportation
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay structure starting at $50.00 -$53.00, depending on experience
• Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm with on-call rotation requirements
• Mileage reimbursement for work-related driving
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Additional pay for bilingual fluency
• Benefits include medical, vision, dental, life insurance, EAP program, Disability, 403B Retirement Plan, PTO and Medical Leave, flexible spending plans and AFLAC
• Cell Phone and laptop provided for documentation

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50.00 - $53.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Schedule:

• 5x8
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Grand Junction, CO: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Primary Care: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Physician Assistant License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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