Geriatrics Physician Assistant
Posted 2 days ago
Lowell, MA · Onsite
Full Time
Onsite
About the job
Geriatrics Nurse Practitioner
Join a compassionate, interdisciplinary care team committed to delivering the highest standard of care under the PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) model. This full-time role focuses on comprehensive primary care for elderly participants, emphasizing collaboration, cultural competence, and continuity of care.
Job Description
- Conduct initial and quarterly examinations for new enrollees during the first year
- Provide care for acute illnesses, episodic visits, and post-hospitalization follow-ups
- Perform nursing home and home visits per state guidelines and participant needs
- Participate in after-hours on-call coverage
- Deliver patient education to participants, caregivers, and team members
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation both onsite and offsite
- Uphold standards outlined in the NP/MD Collaborative Practice Guide
- Travel locally as required and comply with fit testing for respiratory protection
Requirements
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
- Board Certification as a Nurse Practitioner in Massachusetts
- Active MA license and DEA prescribing authority
- Current CPR certification
- Credentialed or eligible for credentialing at affiliate Long Term Care facilities
- Minimum one (1) year of experience with a geriatric population
- Bilingual in Vietnamese or Khmer is required
Benefits
- Competitive full-time salary
- Comprehensive benefits package
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