Provide comprehensive, patient-centered medical care to uninsured and underserved populations in an outpatient clinic. Responsibilities include performing physical exams, diagnosing and treating patients, and managing chronic diseases within a team-based care model.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a Master's or Doctorate degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant studies from an accredited program. Required credentials include a current state license for Arizona, NCCPA or AANP/ANCC certification, and DEA registration.
We are looking for a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our new clinic in Mesa, Arizona!
This is a full time, in person role for local candidates - No remote work available
Physician Assistant
Job Summary
The Physician Assistant (PA) provides comprehensive, patient-centered medical care in an outpatient clinic serving uninsured and underserved populations. The PA practices medicine under the supervision of a licensed Arizona physician within a team-based care model and in accordance with Arizona statutes, administrative rules, and clinic policies. The PA delivers high-quality care while supporting clinic quality standards, patient safety, and regulatory compliance. This position may require travel between clinic locations to support operational and patient care needs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provide direct patient care including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up under physician supervision and delegated authority
Perform medical histories and physical examinations and develop evidence-based treatment plans in collaboration with the supervising physician
Order, interpret, and manage laboratory tests, imaging, and diagnostic studies as delegated
Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with Arizona law, physician delegation agreements, and clinic policy
Provide preventive care, chronic disease management, and patient education
Coordinate referrals and collaborate with supervising physicians and interdisciplinary care team members
Maintain timely, accurate documentation in the electronic health record (Athena-aligned)
Complete medication reconciliation, problem list updates, and health maintenance activities
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, chart reviews, and patient safety activities
Adhere to all supervision, consultation, and documentation requirements established by Arizona law and clinic protocols
Qualifications
Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program
Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Ability to practice within a physician-supervised and delegated care model
Policy
Advancement is based on demonstrated competencies, level of responsibility, and performance expectations rather than length of service. This is indicated by a skills checklist as signed by a direct supervisor and/or supervising physician.
Physical Requirements
The ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds is required for this position.
Nurse Practitioner
Job Summary
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides comprehensive, patient-centered medical care in an outpatient clinic serving uninsured and underserved populations. Working collaboratively within a physician-led, team-based care model, the NP delivers high-quality care within scope of practice while supporting clinic quality standards, patient safety, and regulatory compliance. This position may require travel between clinic locations to support operational and patient care needs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provide direct patient care including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up
Perform histories and physical examinations and develop evidence-based treatment plans
Order, interpret, and manage labs, imaging, and diagnostic studies
Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with state law and clinic policy
Provide preventive care, chronic disease management, and patient education
Coordinate referrals and collaborate with physicians and care team members
Maintain timely, accurate documentation in the EHR (Athena-aligned)
Complete medication reconciliation, problem list updates, and health maintenance
Participate in quality improvement, chart reviews, and patient safety initiatives
Qualifications
Master’s or Doctorate degree in Nursing from an accredited program
Advancement is based on demonstrated competencies, level of responsibility, and performance expectations rather than length of service. This is indicated by a skills checklist as signed by a direct supervisor.
Physical Requirements
The ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds is required for this position.
About St. Vincent de Paul
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is dedicated to feeding, clothing, housing, and healing individuals and families in our community who have nowhere else to turn for help. As important, SVdP provides meaningful opportunities for volunteers to serve their neighbors in need with love and compassion.
As an employer, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks to build a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve. SVdP does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status.
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