Physician Assistant

Job Description The Lemuel Shattuck Hospital, a public health hospital under the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, is seeking a Physician Assistant to provide exceptional patient care in inpatient and outpatient settings. Schedule 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., 40 hours per week. Days off are weekends; other days off as assigned. Covers 4 weekends and one holiday for vent and subacute inpatients. Duties and Responsibilities Evaluate and examine patients through medical histories, physical exams, and laboratory tests. Prescribe medications and treatments tailored to patient needs. Perform and interpret routine and specialized diagnostics, including lab work, imaging, and electrocardiography. Carry out therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing, wound care, and fracture management. Counsel patients on physical and mental health, disease prevention, family planning, and more. Provide care for community and correctional health patients in inpatient settings. Independently perform life‑saving evaluations and therapeutic interventions. Maintain accurate, up‑to‑date electronic medical records. Participate in staff meetings, committees, and the rapid response team as needed. Required Qualifications Expertise in physical diagnosis and patient evaluation. Knowledge of electrocardiography and diagnostic radiology fundamentals. Familiarity with medical records and terminology. Awareness of safety practices in medical facilities. Graduate from a Massachusetts Board of Approval and Certification of Physician Assistant Programs‑approved PA program (M.G.L. Chapter 112, ss. 9C‑9H). Must pass a criminal background check required by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. Vaccination against COVID‑19 and Influenza, or required mitigation measures. Salary Annual salary range: $111,646.60 – $186,300.66 (dependent on experience, education, and compensation structure). Equal Opportunity Statement The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law. Female, minority, veteran, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. BIPOC applicants are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet 100 % of the job requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr Commonwealth of Massachusetts