Ascension

Geriatric Physician Assistant | You are part of a bigger story of care

Nashville, TN

full-time
Inpatient and outpatient

Your future role at a glance

Location: Nashville, TN
Facility Name: Ascension Saint Thomas Medical Partners 20th Avenue
Schedule: Full-time

Productivity incentives:

CME allowance + dedicated CME days
Malpractice coverage with tail

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

How you'll make an impact in this role

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated APP to join an established practice within a well-respected busy health system network.

Position Highlights

Multidisciplinary Collaboration emphasized on elder care
Call structure: None required

Practice setting: Outpatient with AI Suki available

Relationship-First Care with longer time slots per visit

Work-life balance with a 4.5 day workweek

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive health care services under the supervision of a physician.
  • Obtain patient history and performs assessment. Order, perform and interpret diagnostic procedures.
  • Provide and document direct treatment and management of health conditions.
  • Provide counseling and education of patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options and community resources.
  • Perform preventative health assessments, screening, immunizations and care.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Maryland Board of Physicians obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Verified by local Credentialing Office
  • Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Verified by local credentialing office.

Education:

  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.

Compensation Details

Benefits that help you thrive * Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options * Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance * Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays * Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning * Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources * Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits * Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more E-Verify statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program.

Posted July 15, 2026