Physician Assistant Certified

Company: Self-Employed
Location: Lehighton
Posted on: January 11, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Physician Assistant- Certified Lehigh Family & Geriatric Associates is looking for an experienced PA-C for a full-time position opening in the practice. Candidate must provide routine and preventative care in both office and hospital setting. Candidate would work independently with little supervision. Experience is a plus but new graduates are encouraged to apply. Benefits and salary are based on Physician Assistant experience. Our family medicine practice needs a Physician Assistant to help cope with our expanding roster of patients. The Physician Assistant will be responsible for taking over many of our new patients as well as some of our existing patients. Lehigh Family & Geriatric Associates is located Lehighton, Pennsylvania. Approximately 20 minutes north of Allentown. Position is Monday – Friday with weekend rotations. Responsibilities include but are not limited to hospital admissions, consults, along with other patient administrative work needed as well. Provides comprehensive health care to patients in collaboration with physicians and other staff including medical evaluation, treatment, counseling and referrals. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Evaluates and implements patient health care needs. Performs routine exams and obtains patient histories. Manages patient treatment program based on assessment of needs. Initiates treatment via prescriptions, diagnostic tests, exams and procedures. Reviews lab results and plans actions according to results. Performs routine health maintenance activities for new and established patients. Coordinates patient care and makes referrals to physicians, nurses, psychologists, nutritionists, et cetera, as needed. Collaborates and communicates with other professionals, nurses, physicians, and outside agencies regarding patient care. Coordinates patient care and family counseling with public and mental health agencies as appropriate. Teaches wellness habits and educates patients on prevention of potential health problems or method of dealing with present problems. Provides information and materials relating to patient health care needs. Develops educational programs for medical and/or nursing students and the general public, upon request. Performs administrative duties such as writing admission and discharge orders, working with office staff regarding patient problems, scheduling, records, etc. Maintains knowledge of current medical practices and skills. Develops, writes and/or updates Nurse Practitioner practice protocols as directed by physician. Acts as lead care provider among other support staff, such as nurses and medical assistants. Related keywords: physician assistant

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