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Physician Assistant - Primary Care

Veterans Health Administration · Posted 53 days ago

On-site Des Moines, IA $111K – $192K Apply by Aug 4, 2026 Physician Assistant ESFJISFJ Healthcare
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About the Role

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.

What You'll Do

  • The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers.
  • This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest.
  • As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran.
  • This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community.
  • This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.
  • The PA (Physician Assistant) is responsible for delivering primary care to a panel of patients, with key duties focused on providing and documenting health care services for Veterans in accordance with VHA and VA Central Iowa Primary Care standards.
  • The PA may sometimes need to work alone but can request assistance from other medical staff (including other primary care staff and staff in the Emergency Room or inpatient service at the nearest VA medical center when needed).
  • Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm.
  • EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.
  • Contact VHA.ELRSProgramSupport@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance.

Requirements

  • All qualified candidates encouraged to apply.
  • Open to U.S.
  • Citizens but non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens.
  • All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
  • Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
  • Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
  • Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
  • Subject to background/security investigation.
  • Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
  • Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents).
  • Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
  • Must pass pre-employment physical examination.
  • Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
  • You may be required to serve a probationary period.

Personality Fit

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Job ID: 392da6b0-5985-4191-8632-463eac5e07f4

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