Physician Assistant

Company Description

ViaMar Health is dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate care for individuals and families affected by eating disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. The organization emphasizes a multidisciplinary team approach, using best-practice, evidence-based treatment modalities to support recovery. ViaMar Health focuses on creating a safe, supportive environment where patients and families feel valued and connected to their care team. Treatment is provided in partial hospitalization and outpatient settings, offering structured care while supporting real-life functioning. Team members join a mission-driven organization committed to meaningful, person-centered clinical work.

Role Description

The Physician Assistant at ViaMar Health is a full-time, on-site role based in West Palm Beach, FL. The individual in this position will conduct patient assessments, participate in treatment planning, monitor medical and psychiatric status, and collaborate closely with psychiatrists, therapists, dietitians, and nursing staff. Day-to-day responsibilities include reviewing labs and diagnostic information, prescribing and managing medications within scope of practice, documenting clinical encounters, and providing patient and family education about treatment plans and health management. The Physician Assistant will attend multidisciplinary team meetings, contribute to care coordination across partial hospitalization and outpatient levels of care, and ensure adherence to regulatory and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Current Physician Assistant license in the state of Florida and graduation from an accredited PA program.
• Experience in psychiatry, behavioral health, or eating disorder treatment settings, or strong interest and willingness to develop expertise in these areas.
• Demonstrated skills in patient assessment, diagnostic evaluation, medication management, and clinical documentation.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with medical, nursing, therapeutic, and dietary professionals.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the capacity to build trust, provide education, and support patients and families with empathy and professionalism.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice, trauma-informed care, and ethical, patient-centered treatment.
• Organizational and time management skills to handle a consistent caseload in partial hospitalization and outpatient settings.
• CPR/BLS certification and familiarity with relevant regulatory and safety requirements in a clinical environment.
• Flexibility to adjust to changing clinical needs and maintain reliability for scheduled on-site hours.
• Preferred: Prior experience in eating disorder programs, familiarity with co-occurring conditions, and bilingual skills.