Physician Assistant - Certified

Physician Assistant - Certified

Pueblo, CO 81004

Overview

Salary Range $105,796.00 - $136,913.00 Salary/year

Description

PCHC is seeking a compassionate and team-oriented Physician Assistant-Certified with a passion for pediatrics to join our growing, integrated care network to provide comprehensive primary care services for infants, children, and adolescents in a collaborative, team-based environment. This opportunity offers competitive guaranteed compensation, outstanding work-life balance, and robust clinical supportallowing you to focus on what matters most: your patients.

The PA-C at PCHC provides comprehensive, patient-centered medical care with a strong focus on Pediatrics with an opportunity of minimal Family Practice, if desired for continuity of care, within a community health center setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide primary and preventive care to pediatric patients (birth through adolescence)
• Perform well-child exams, developmental screenings, and immunizations
• Diagnose and treat acute illnesses and chronic conditions
• Deliver family-centered care, education, and anticipatory guidance
• Collaborate with physicians, behavioral health, dental, and care coordination teams
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and care team meetings
• Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation in accordance with clinical standards
• Adhere to all PCHC clinical protocols and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• National certification as a Physician Assistant and Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) in Pediatrics strongly desired
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of Colorado
• Current BLS/CPR certification
• Experience in pediatrics, family medicine, or community health preferred
• Strong commitment to serving underserved populations

What We Offer

• Mission-driven work that makes a meaningful impact in the community
• Collaborative, team-based care model with strong clinical support
• Opportunity to practice in a Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) environment
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Eligibility for loan repayment programs (e.g., NHSC/FQHC qualifying site)
• Professional development and CME opportunities

The provider works collaboratively within PCHC's integrated care model alongside behavioral health, perinatal, dental, pharmacy, nursing, and care coordination teams to promote whole-person care and improve patient outcomes.

Pueblo Community Health Center