About The Role

JOB SUMMARY

The Clinician in a Post-Acute Care setting provides comprehensive evaluation, treatment, and care management services to patients transitioning from acute hospitalization to rehabilitation, skilled nursing, long-term care, or home-based care environments. This role focuses on improving functional outcomes, managing chronic and complex medical conditions, reducing hospital readmissions, and supporting safe transitions of care. The clinician collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, nurses, therapists, case managers, and caregivers, to develop and implement individualized care plans that promote recovery, independence, and quality of life.

Key responsibilities include conducting patient assessments, monitoring clinical progress, coordinating care across settings, documenting treatment plans and outcomes, educating patients and families, and ensuring compliance with regulatory, quality, and safety standards. The clinician serves as an advocate for patients while contributing to organizational goals related to clinical excellence, patient satisfaction, and value-based care initiatives.

Requirements

EDUCATION

Certification/degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.

EXPERIENCE/SKILL SETS

Two years of PA experience in a primary care practice, or a relevant specialty practice preferred.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION(S)

Current licensure as a PA-C by the State of Vermont.
Certifications as an adult or family Physician Assistant by a national organization, which is recognized by the Vermont State Board of Medical Practice.
Qualified to be credentialed by the BMH Medical Staff.
Healthcare Provider CPR certification.
DEA license.

OSHA CATEGORY

OSHA Category I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues require use of techniques of Universal Precautions as evidenced with blood borne pathogens standards

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities.

Standing
Walking
Sitting
Talking or Hearing

This position requires that weight be lifted or force be exerted.

Up to 30 pounds

This position has vision requirements.

Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

Hearing.

Ability to hear calls
Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff/others

The typical noise level for an office environment is

Quiet
Moderate Noise

EEO/ADA Statement

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and strictly prohibits any type of harassment or discrimination in regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, disability status, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender expression, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and/or local laws.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Brattleboro Memorial Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Human Resources.

**This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Additional duties may be assigned as needed to support operations.**

Compensation Disclosure in Accordance with Vermont Act 155

In compliance with Vermont Act 155, Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides the compensation range for this position in good faith. The listed range represents the pay scale reasonably expected for a successful candidate based on factors such as relevant experience, education, internal equity, and market competitiveness. Final compensation will be determined during the hiring process.