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Internal Medicine Physician Assistant
Company : wellpath
Location : Hershey, PA, 17033
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 23 December 2025
You Matter
• Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved• Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture• Excellent career growth opportunities
Join us and find a career that supports:• Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging• Autonomy in a warm team environment• Growth and training
Perks and Benefits In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work, life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing including: • DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it! • Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching• Company paid life insurance• Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans
*Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service.
Why Us
Now is your moment to make a difference in the lives of the underserved.
If there is one unifying characteristic of everyone on our team, it is the deep desire to make a difference by helping society's most vulnerable and often overlooked individuals. Every day we have the distinct honor and responsibility to show up with non-judgmental compassion to provide hope and healing to those who need it most. For those whose calling it is to serve others, now is your moment to join our mission to provide quality care to every patient with compassion, collaboration, and innovation, to live our mantra to “Always Do The Right Thing!”, and to collectively do our part to heal the world, one patient at a time.
Wellpath sees hundreds of thousands of unique individuals in their facilities month over month and a very large percent of those individuals receive direct clinical care, which includes lives saved by Narcan.
We offer ongoing training and development opportunities for licensed and unlicensed healthcare team members, and have best in class clinical resources for training, education, and point of care support.
How you make a difference
The Physician Assistant provides comprehensive medical care to inmates under the supervision of medical leadership. Responsibilities include evaluating and treating acute and emergency complaints, participating in administrative meetings, and supporting cross-coverage needs. The PA collaborates with physicians and mental health professionals, ensuring clinical documentation and treatment align with protocols. They maintain patient privacy and contribute to quality improvement activities. The role also involves emergency care coordination and psychiatric assessment support.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver acute and emergency medical care in accordance with protocols
Consult with physicians and manage patient transfers when clinically indicated
Document all findings using the S.O.A.P. method and EMR systems
Maintain HIPAA compliance and participate in quality improvement efforts
Provide cross-coverage and support psychiatric stability assessments
Qualifications & Requirements
EDUCATION
Completion of an accredited education program for PAs
EXPERIENCE
Previous correctional/detention facility experience
Minimum two (2) years’ experience
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Unrestricted current license, certification or registration in state of practice
Must maintain all certifications, educational requirements, licensing, etc.
Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration
Current (and must maintain) lifesaving BLS and PALS (where applicable) certification through AHA
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness.
We celebrate a variety of backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles.
Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description.
We are an Affirmative Action Employer in accordance with applicable state and local laws.
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Frequently asked questions
Internal Medicine Physician Assistants specialize in managing complex adult illnesses, focusing on chronic disease management and preventative care. Unlike general PAs, they often work closely with internal medicine doctors to deliver in-depth diagnostic and treatment plans tailored to adult patients, especially in clinical settings like Hershey, PA.
Maintaining an unrestricted state license, current DEA registration, and certifications like BLS and PALS through the AHA are essential. Pennsylvania employers highly value candidates with correctional healthcare experience and ongoing education, which supports clinical excellence in underserved communities.
Growth paths include subspecializing in areas like cardiology or infectious diseases, pursuing leadership roles in healthcare facilities, or engaging in research. Participating in Wellpath’s training programs and leveraging experience in correctional settings can accelerate professional development and broaden clinical skills.
Physician Assistants encounter complex health issues, including chronic diseases and emergency care needs compounded by socioeconomic factors. Addressing mental health and ensuring HIPAA compliance in correctional environments require adaptability and compassion, key traits for this role at Wellpath.
Hershey's healthcare sector is growing, with increased demand for providers skilled in internal medicine due to its aging population and community health needs. Employers like Wellpath actively seek candidates who can handle diverse patient backgrounds and thrive in collaborative care models.
While Hershey offers a moderate candidate pool, competition remains steady due to specialized skills required for correctional and underserved patient care. Professionals with prior detention facility experience or advanced certifications have a distinct advantage locally.
Wellpath emphasizes a mission-driven culture with a focus on serving vulnerable populations. Benefits like daily pay, tuition assistance, and wellness programs create a supportive work environment, enhancing job satisfaction and retention for Physician Assistants dedicated to meaningful clinical impact.
You'll deliver acute and emergency care within correctional settings, collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, and engage in quality improvement initiatives. The role demands balancing clinical duties with administrative tasks, all while upholding privacy standards and supporting psychiatric assessments.
Salaries generally range between $95,000 and $120,000 annually, reflecting local demand and specialized skill sets. Compensation often includes comprehensive benefits like healthcare, paid time off, and retirement plans, aligning with Wellpath’s commitment to employee wellbeing.
Absolutely. Emergency room experience enhances your ability to manage acute medical situations efficiently, a key aspect of Wellpath’s clinical environment. This background supports swift decision-making and improves patient outcomes in high-pressure correctional healthcare scenarios.