Physician Assistant
Compensation
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Job Description
Chestnut Health is a leading multi-specialty healthcare organization dedicated to providing the entire continuum of rehabilitative care. Our expert team specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) - Physiatry, focusing on restoring function and improving the quality of life for individuals with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities.
We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Physician Assistant to join our physiatry team. This is an incredible opportunity to practice in a collaborative, patient-centered environment where your expertise directly impacts functional outcomes and independence.
Don't miss the chance to join a culture built on compassion, integrity, and innovation! We are committed to fostering a genuine work-life balance for our providers.
New graduates are highly encouraged to apply!
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Collaborate with therapists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans for patients with diverse rehabilitation needs.
Conduct thorough patient assessments, including medical histories, physical examinations, and diagnostic evaluations, to determine appropriate rehabilitation goals and interventions.
Monitor patient progress closely and adjust treatment plans as necessary to optimize functional outcomes and promote independence.
Participate actively in multidisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and educational activities to enhance clinical knowledge and skills.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of initial evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries in electronic medical records systems.
Provide education and counseling to patients and their families regarding the rehabilitation process, expected outcomes, and post-discharge care.
Qualifications
- Actively Licensed to practice in the state of which employed
- Current Controlled Substance License (required upon start date)
- Current DEA License (required upon start date)
- NCCPA Certificate
- Desire to work in Physiatry/Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- Orthopedic Experience (nice to have)
- Physiatry Experience (nice to have)
- Skilled Nursing Experience (nice to have)
License/Certification
Certified Physician Assistant (Required)
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation package with productivity bonuses
- Medical/Dental Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Continuing Medical Education Allowance
- Malpractice Insurance
- 401(k)
No After Hour Call
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement comprehensive rehabilitation treatment plans for patients. Conduct thorough patient assessments, monitor progress, and maintain accurate clinical documentation in electronic medical records.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation — Physician Assistant Career Context
Of the 50 active Physician Assistant listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 76% have no call, 64% require no weekends.
For production-based offers, this specialty runs a typical 5,000 wRVUs per year (derived from CMS CPT-frequency data), and WeekdayDoc listings compensate a median of about $50 per wRVU — implying roughly $250k in production-based pay. For reference, the 2026 CMS Medicare conversion factor is $33.40 per RVU.
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician Assistant at Chestnut Health a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physician Assistant roles — ranked against 4,540 active Physician Assistant roles listings on WeekdayDoc.
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Living in Benton
- Median resident rent
- $798/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 24 min
- State income tax
- Up to 5%
Sources & methodology
Sources: U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.