Clinical Geriatrics Physician Assistant

• You are an indispensable link within the geriatrics team and work independently, but always in close collaboration with specialists, nurses, paramedics, and other healthcare providers.
• You provide medical care to vulnerable elderly patients with often multiple, complex conditions in clinical and outpatient settings.
• You contribute to diagnostics, treatment, and guidance.
• You actively participate in multidisciplinary consultations.
• You are committed to innovation and quality improvement within geriatrics by participating in projects.
• You guide patients and their relatives throughout the entire care trajectory.

What they ask

• An HBO diploma in healthcare with at least two years of work experience in direct patient care at HBO level, or you are a certified physician assistant.
• Affinity with geriatrics.
• BIG registered.
• Independent, but also able to collaborate well.
• Empathetic and possess good communication skills.
• Ambitious and eager to contribute to developments and innovations.
• A Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) is required upon employment.

Training.

• The Master's program for Physician Assistant (MPA) is dual, meaning students work and learn simultaneously during the program.
• You will receive a full-time appointment at a healthcare institution, and the program is strongly practice-oriented.
• The program is accredited by the Dutch-Flemish Accreditation Organization (NVAO).
• Education at the university of applied sciences involves one day of classes per week; the rest of the week is dedicated to practical learning, internships, and self-study.
• A spot is reserved for the MPA program at a recognized university of applied sciences.
• Further agreements on study facilities and any post-employment obligation will be laid down in the agreement.

• A workplace at one of the top hospitals in the Netherlands.
• A training place (if applicable) for MPA at a recognized university of applied sciences.
• Guidance by an experienced mentor.
• Salary according to CAO Hospitals: FWG 60 (during training), FWG 65 (after graduation).
• A 6-month contract as an aspiring student, followed by a study-employment agreement during the training (upon mutual trust).
• 8.33% holiday allowance and 8.33% year-end bonus.
• Good secondary employment conditions, including pension accrual, travel expense reimbursement, and insurance.
• Freedom of choice in employment conditions via MKA scheme and Benefits at Work.
• Opportunities for personal development via an internal academy.
• A pleasant working atmosphere with attention to collegiality and team activities.