Physician Assistant | Founding Member | Help Launch Kaiser Permanente Nevada
Physician Assistant | Founding Member | Help Launch Kaiser Permanente Nevada at Kaiser Permanente Nevada — Reno, Nevada, US
- Company: Kaiser Permanente Nevada
- Location: Reno, Nevada, US
- Employment type: FULL_TIME
- Posted: 2026-06-19
About this role
Job Summary:
Be part of something new. As Kaiser Permanente expands into Nevada, we are building a practice grounded in our proven, integrated care model - and we're seeking Primary Care Physician Assistants who want to help shape it from the start.
This is a unique opportunity to join an established, nationally recognized organization while contributing to the growth of a new region. With strong clinical and administrative support, a collaborative culture, and the ability to make a visible impact in a growing community, you'll experience the stability of our model and the excitement of building something meaningful in Nevada.
Kaiser Permanente is grounded in our mission to provide high-quality, affordable, value based care and improve the health of the communities we serve. Our rapidly growing presence in the state offers Nevada providers the opportunity to practice with the support of experienced care teams, evidence-based medicine, and advanced technology - so you can focus on what matters most: your patients.
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide comprehensive primary care services to patients across the lifespan
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Perform physical examinations, diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions
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Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans
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Collaborate closely with physicians and multidisciplinary care teams
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Promote preventive care and population health initiatives
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Document patient care accurately and in a timely manner within the EMR
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Participate in quality improvement and care coordination efforts
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Contribute to the growth and development of Kaiser Permanente's Nevada practice
Qualifications:
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Graduation from a program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA)
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NCCPA Certified (PA-C)
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Ability to obtain Unrestricted Federal DEA registration
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Ability to obtain Nevada State Physician Assistant Medical License
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Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
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Salary is commensurate upon FTE and experience
Community: Reno & Sparks, Nevada
Northern Nevada offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure and vibrant city living. Enjoy close proximity to Lake Tahoe, year-round recreation, and a growing cultural and culinary scene - all while practicing in a supportive and expanding healthcare market.
Why Join Kaiser Permanente Nevada:
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Ground-floor opportunity in a growing region
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Integrated, value-based care model
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Collaborative, team-driven culture
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Strong clinical and administrative support
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Opportunities for professional growth and leadership
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Stability of a nationally recognized healthcare organization
Our Inclusive Workforce:
Kaiser Permanente is committed to fostering an inclusive workforce culture. Kaiser Nevada focuses on supporting all physicians and professional staff in an inclusive environment, identifying community healthcare disparities, and providing education and tools to deliver culturally responsive care that mitigates these disparities.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, marital status, physical or mental disability, age, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.