Short Job Description

Position Summary:

The Physician Assistant (APP) will provide comprehensive medical care to patients in a collaborative, team-based environment focused on pain management. This role involves conducting assessments, diagnosing conditions, developing and implementing treatment plans, performing procedures, and providing patient education to optimize pain control and improve quality of life. The PA will work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare team members to ensure coordinated and compassionate care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Care
• Conduct thorough medical histories and physical examinations for patients experiencing chronic and acute pain.
• Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests (labs, imaging, etc.) as appropriate.
• Develop individualized pain management plans, including medication management, interventional procedures, and referrals.
• Assist with or perform in-clinic procedures, including joint injections, nerve blocks, or trigger point injections (as permitted by state and clinic protocols).
• Provide education to patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and self-management strategies.

Collaboration & Compliance:

• Collaborate closely with supervising physicians and multidisciplinary team members to deliver integrated care.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation within the electronic medical record (EPIC).
• Ensure adherence to state and federal regulations regarding controlled substances, including PDMP checks and opioid prescribing guidelines.
• Participate in team meetings, case reviews, and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current Oregon PA license (or eligibility for licensure).
• Certification through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• DEA registration with prescriptive authority for controlled substances in Oregon.
• BLS and ACLS certifications (or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire).

Experience:

• Minimum 1–2 years of clinical experience preferred; pain management, orthopedics, neurology, or related specialty experience highly desirable.
• New graduates with strong clinical rotations in pain management or related specialties will be considered.