Part Time Physician Assistant (PA-C) in Dermatology Private Practice
11 months ago
Jenkintown
Job DescriptionWe are an established, physician‑owned dermatology clinic seeking a part‑time Physician Assistant who is clinically strong, personable, and eager to grow with our team. This role is ideal for a PA who thrives in a patient‑focused environment and values the autonomy and collaborative culture of a private practice. Qualifications • Dermatology or outpatient surgical experience, • Excellent clinical judgment, bedside manner, and patient‑education skills, • Strong foundation in medical documentation, coding, and billing compliance (CMS & private payers), • Working knowledge of Electronic Health/Medical Records (EHR/EMR) systems, • Familiarity with prior‑authorization and prescription workflows, • Demonstrated commitment to HIPAA compliance, patient safety, and quality improvement, • Professional appearance, integrity, reliability, and the ability to work effectively with physicians and support staff, • Organized and self‑directed, able to manage a steady patient schedule while maintaining meticulous chartingCore Responsibilities, • Conduct comprehensive and problem‑focused dermatologic examinations, • Formulate differential diagnoses and develop evidence‑based treatment plans, • Perform office‑based procedures: cryotherapy, shave/punch biopsies, injections, excisions, wound care, and suturing, • Assist the dermatologist in surgical cases and complex procedures, • Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging, and pathology reports; communicate results promptly to patients, • Prescribe medications and manage refills, including biologics and topical therapies, • Provide pre‑ and post‑operative counseling and written instructions, • Document encounters accurately and timely in the EHR, ensuring coding/billing precision, • Coordinate referrals and communicate findings with primary care physicians or other specialists as appropriate, • Participate in inventory management of clinical supplies and medications, • Contribute to quality‑assurance projects and staff meetings, • Foster a welcoming, compassionate environment that supports patient satisfaction and continuity of careCompensation & Benefits, • Compensation structured based on patient volume and working days per week., • Incentives for growth.