Nephrology Physician Assistant

Physician's Assistant Nephrology & Endocrinology

Location : Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania

Compensation : $110,000 $130,000 annually

Schedule : Full-time, Monday Friday Rotating weekend hospital rounds (every 3rd weekend)

Position Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our collaborative nephrology and endocrinology care team. In this role, you ll work closely with supervising physicians to deliver comprehensive care to patients managing chronic kidney disease, diabetes, and related conditions.

This role includes a mix of dialysis rounding, office visits, hospital rounding, and patient care coordination. It is ideal for a clinically strong provider who thrives in a multi-setting environment and is committed to providing excellent patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct thorough patient assessments including medical histories, physical exams, and diagnostic evaluations

Develop differential diagnoses and implement tailored treatment plans

Educate patients and families on care plans, treatment expectations, and compliance

Provide care in multiple settings including dialysis clinics, outpatient offices, and inpatient hospital rounds

Perform dialysis rounding 3 times per month

Complete 50% of work in hospital rounding within a regional pod (Jefferson Hospital and McKeesport Hospital)

Manage patients per day in an outpatient office setting

Participate in rotating weekend call coverage (every 3rd weekend approx. 18 weekends per year, goal is 13)

Document all patient interactions and treatment plans in the Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Qualifications

Required :

Bachelor s degree and completion of accredited PA or NP program

National certification (NCCPA for PA or AANPCB for NP)

Active Pennsylvania PA or NP license

DEA license

Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience (hospital, clinic, or outpatient setting)

Preferred :

Experience in nephrology, endocrinology, or managing chronic disease populations

Strong clinical decision-making and patient care skills

Ability to lead and collaborate effectively across care teams

Additional Details

Mileage reimbursement offered for hospital rounds outside of clinic commute

Open to part-time or weekend-only candidates

Ability to be reassigned to a different regional pod for coverage when needed (within approx. 1-hour commute)

Use of electronic health records required; strong documentation skills expected