Pain Management Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant

Join our patient-centered outpatient pain management clinic in Tucson, AZ, committed to improving the quality of life for individuals suffering from chronic pain. Our collaborative and compassionate team creates a supportive environment where every provider's voice is valued and patient outcomes are at the forefront of care.

Job Description

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for patients with chronic pain.
• Integrate both interventional and non-interventional strategies to improve patient function and quality of life.
• Prepare patients for procedures such as epidurals, medial branch blocks, spinal cord stimulation trials, kyphoplasty, and other advanced treatments.
• Obtain complete patient histories and conduct thorough physical examinations.
• Order and perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including physical therapy.
• Develop diagnostic impressions and implement evidence-based treatment plans.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions.
• Provide counseling and education to help patients meet health goals.
• Initiate or request referrals to specialists when appropriate.
• Manage and discharge non-compliant patients as necessary.
• Administer trigger point, joint, and occipital nerve block injections (with or without ultrasound guidance).
• Process medication refill requests and handle incoming faxes appropriately.
• Identify and refer patients to the Risk Clinic when warranted.
• Review monthly prescription monitoring reports.
• Review lab and radiology results and incorporate findings into care.
• Participate in a rotating second call schedule during non-clinic hours once annually with other providers.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program in the United States (excluding Puerto Rico).
• Active and unrestricted license in the state of Arizona.
• Current national certification as NP or PA.
• DEA registration (or eligibility).
• Current BLS certification.

Benefits

• Salary: $120,000 - $160,000 annually (Exceptional candidates with significant experience may be considered for higher compensation).
• Quarterly bonuses (in addition to base salary).
• Medical, dental, vision, PTO, sick time, 401(k), CME reimbursement, license reimbursement, malpractice coverage.

Work Environment

Outpatient pain management clinic.

Hours & Schedule

Full-Time (4-10 Schedule).

On Call Required

Rotating second call during non-clinic hours once annually.