Physiatry Physician Assistant - Area Role

TRIO HEALTH PARTNERS

Physician Assistant – Physiatry (Skilled Nursing Facilities)

Job Type : Full-time, W2

Work Location : In-person at the facility (multi-site rotation)

Medical Specialty : Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R), Geriatrics, Long-Term Care, Post-Acute Medicine

Supplemental Pay : Monthly bonus opportunities

Trio Health Partners is committed to delivering compassionate, proactive, and functionally focused care in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs). Our interdisciplinary team includes Physiatrists (MD), Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, and Therapists — aligned around supporting the physical, emotional, and functional health of geriatric and post-acute patients.

Are you a Physician Assistant with a passion for rehab medicine, functional outcomes, and geriatric care?

As a Physiatry Physician Assistant , you will work in direct collaboration with a Physiatrist (MD) while supporting rehabilitative and medical management of patients recovering from orthopedic procedures, neurologic events, and other function-limiting conditions. You will play a critical role in optimizing recovery, reducing re-hospitalizations, and supporting patients’ return to independence.

What We Offer

Work-Life Balance & Schedule

Flexible full-time Monday–Friday schedule

No nights, weekends, or call

Start your day anytime between 7 : 00 AM – 10 : 00 AM

Multi-Facility Coverage

Work at designated SNF locations within a defined regional cluster

Proactive scheduling — no last-minute travel surprises

Compensation & Benefits

Annual Salary : $110,000 – $130,000 based on experience

Performance-based monthly bonus opportunities

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

15 PTO days + 6 paid holidays + 1 CME day

$1,000 annual CME reimbursement

Malpractice & tail coverage provided

State license & DEA reimbursement

Employee referral bonus program

Technology

Advanced, user-friendly EMR to support efficient documentation and workflow

Job Requirements

Active and unrestricted Physician Assistant license in Illinois

NCCPA certification required

Experience in PM&R, orthopedics, neurology, geriatrics, internal medicine, or SNF / post-acute preferred

Strong clinical skills in functional assessments, medical management, and rehab-aligned care planning

Comfortable practicing with physician collaboration yet strong autonomy in routine patient management

EMR proficiency and commitment to timely documentation and coordination

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will serve as a functional medicine specialist within the Skilled Nursing Facility :

Conduct comprehensive medical and functional assessments

Develop, adjust, and co-manage rehab treatment plans in partnership with the supervising Physiatrist

Lead medical follow-ups to monitor progress, optimize pain management, and support safe mobility progression

Participate in interdisciplinary care conferences and team rounds

Collaborate with physical, occupational, and speech therapy teams to track and support rehab milestones

Educate patients and families on diagnoses, recovery timelines, and functional expectations

Complete thorough and compliant EMR documentation in a timely manner

Support safe discharge planning and care transitions

Serve as a trusted consult resource for musculoskeletal and neurologic concerns within the facility

Apply today and make a meaningful impact in patient recovery and quality of life.

Join Trio Health Partners — where collaborative, outcomes-driven care is the standard.