Home-Based Primary Care Physician Assistant
Company: Department of Veterans Affairs
Location: Hiland
Posted on: April 4, 2026
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Job Description:
The Physician Assistant (PA) practices in Geriatrics and
Extended Care Service to provide a full range of services
emphasizing quality, timeliness, and the advancement of the
Veterans Affairs (VA) mission. The PA provides advanced clinical
practice, consultation, and management. The PA practices to the
full extent of their education, training, and certification. Core
functions are outlined in the clinical privileges that correspond
with this position. The PA is a licensed independent provider with
advanced education and national certification who provides
evidence-based care for a population of patients. Major duties and
responsibilities of the position are, but not limited to:
Independently manages a panel of patients with acute and chronic
health conditions with an emphasis on health promotion and disease
prevention using evidence-based practice. Develops and implements
an individualized plan to achieve optimal population health and
disease management. Demonstrates leadership and works
collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team. Orders and
interprets labs, tests, and diagnostic studies. Prescribes
pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions. Initiates
referrals and consults to specialty services. Provides education to
patients and their families. Assesses and adjusts the plan of care
as needed to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Exemplifies the
ICARE core values of-Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect, and
Excellence. Provides care within the GEC/Home Based Primary Care
Program including health promotion, health prevention, geriatric
care, primary care, and palliative care. Delivers competent care in
the home of Veterans with complex needs, utilizes interventions to
maximize health capabilities and reduce unnecessary urgent care and
emergency room visits, per Veteran's goals of care. Makes home
visits, Veteran Video Connection (VVC) visits and telephone visits
to Veterans in the HBPC program. Other duties as assigned.
Preferred Experience: Experience working with a diverse population
of patients, Veterans, Geriatric, and High-Risk patients. Prefer
2-3 years Physician Assistant experience. Compensation Information:
Details: Education Debt Reduction Eligible
Keywords: Department of Veterans Affairs, Casper , Home-Based Primary Care Physician Assistant, Healthcare , Hiland, Wyoming
