Family Practice/Primary Care Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant

Join a company that's redefining patient care in long-term care settings. Preferred Podiatry Group (PPG) is actively hiring a Physician Assistant (PA) in the Jackson, TN area to provide compassionate, podiatric-focused care to residents in skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), nursing homes, and assisted/independent living communities. Whether you're looking for flexible scheduling, autonomy, or a meaningful way to grow in your career, this is an opportunity to make a direct impact on patients' mobility, safety, and quality of life.

Job Description

• Assess, diagnose, and treat conditions affecting the foot and lower extremities
• Provide diabetic foot care and preventive wound management
• Educate patients and caregivers on foot health and mobility preservation
• Collaborate with nursing facility staff to coordinate patient-centered care
• Participate in Medicare quality programs to ensure best-in-class outcomes
• Document clinical encounters using NextGen EMR on a company-issued iPad

Requirements

• Master's degree and completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program (required)
• Active state licensure as Physician Assistant or eligibility to obtain license (required)
• Experience post Physician Assistant training in the podiatry space strongly preferred
• Certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) (required)
• Clinical experience in podiatry post-PA training (strongly preferred)
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced and at times stressful environment
• Ability to bend, lift, and carry items weighing up to 15 pounds at times

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling - full-time or part-time, based on your availability
• Guaranteed patient volume from day one
• Administrative support team manages scheduling, supply orders, and logistics
• Mileage reimbursement
• No nights or weekends
• Competitive compensation - your earnings match your availability
• Full benefits available for W-2 full-time providers (medical, dental, 401k, and more)
• Mentorship and ongoing support from experienced podiatric physicians

About Preferred Podiatry Group

Based in Chicago, Preferred Podiatry Group is a national healthcare management organization specializing in podiatric care for long-term care communities. We serve over 4,000 facilities across 21 states, supporting a team of 100+ providers who are committed to excellence, integrity, and improving lives through mobility care.