Physician Assistant

Forward Health

15 days ago

Chevy Chase, Maryland$100K - $130KFull TimeSleep Medicine

✓ No Call✓ No Weekends

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Forward Health LLC as a Physician Assistant – Sleep Medicine – Chevy Chase, MD in United States. PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT – SLEEP MEDICINE Location: Chevy Chase, MD Employment Type: Full-Time Join Forward Health at the Center for Sleep and Wake Disorders! At Forward Health, we’re committed to advancing sleep health through compassionate care, cutting-edge diagnostics, and evidence-based treatments.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including medical histories and physical exams.

Interpret sleep studies, including polysomnography and home sleep apnea tests.

Collaborate with physicians to develop accurate diagnoses and personalized treatment plans.

Manage medications, educate patients on sleep hygiene, and oversee ongoing care.

Requirements

Current Physician Assistant license in MD, VA, and DC.

Experience in sleep medicine is preferred but not required.

Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Benefits & Compensation

Salary: $100K - $130K

401(k) with employer match.

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join Forward Health LLC as a Physician Assistant – Sleep Medicine – Chevy Chase, MD.

Key Skills

Patient EvaluationMedical History TakingPhysical ExamsSleep Study InterpretationPolysomnographyHome Sleep Apnea TestingTreatment PlanningMedication ManagementSleep Hygiene EducationClinical AssessmentDiagnostic SkillsCommunicationInterpersonal AbilitiesPatient AdvocacyTeamwork

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician Assistant at Forward Health a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Sleep Medicine physician assistant listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.

This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.

Sleep Medicine — Physician Assistant Career Context

This Sleep Medicine position at Forward Health is open to physician assistant candidates.

Physician Assistants enjoy versatile career options across specialties, with competitive compensation and increasing opportunities in outpatient and remote settings.

Compensation Analysis

Forward Health lists compensation for this physician assistant position at $100k to $130k annually.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Chevy Chase, Maryland.

Why This Position Stands Out

No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
Transparent compensation ($100k–$130k)

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Patient Evaluation, Medical History Taking, Physical Exams, Sleep Study Interpretation, Polysomnography, Home Sleep Apnea Testing, Treatment Planning, Medication Management. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Sleep Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: The Physician Assistant will conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, interpret sleep studies, and collaborate with physicians to develop personalized treatment plans. They will also manage medications, provide patient education on sleep hygiene, and oversee ongoing care.

Benefits package: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Time Off, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Continuing Education Opportunities. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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