Hospitalist Physician Assistant

Hospitalist Physician Assistant (PRN)

Position Summary

The Hospitalist Physician Assistant (PA) provides advanced clinical care to adult hospitalized patients on a per diem basis. Working collaboratively with hospitalist physicians and the multidisciplinary inpatient care team, the PA evaluates patients, manages acute and chronic medical conditions, and supports continuity of care throughout the hospitalization. Key Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive inpatient evaluations, including admission histories and physical examinations

Manage daily inpatient care under physician supervision

Conduct daily rounds and coordinate patient care plans

Order, interpret, and document diagnostic tests, laboratory studies, and imaging

Develop and implement treatment plans for acute and chronic medical conditions

Manage medications and monitor patient response to therapy

Identify changes in patient condition and escalate care appropriately

Coordinate consultations with specialty services as needed

Participate in discharge planning, including patient education and follow-up coordination

Communicate effectively with patients, families, nursing staff, and consulting providers

Ensure accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record

Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and hospital initiatives

Patient Population

Adult medical inpatients

Conditions may include respiratory illness, infections, cardiovascular disease, metabolic disorders, and post-procedural care

Schedule

PRN / per diem coverage

Variable shifts including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program

Current national certification as a Physician Assistant

Active or eligible state licensure

BLS certification required; ACLS preferred

Prior hospital medicine, internal medicine, or inpatient experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong clinical assessment and inpatient management skills

Ability to work independently while collaborating with supervising physicians

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Strong organizational and documentation abilities

Ability to adapt quickly to varying patient volumes and acuity

Work Environment

Inpatient hospital setting

Requires standing, walking, and frequent patient interaction

Exposure to acute and complex medical conditions