A health services network in New York City is currently seeking a licensed Physician Assistant (PA) for a promising opportunity with their growing General Surgery team in Manhattan. In this role, the General Surgery PA will be responsible for patient care regarding patient management, diagnosis, treatment planning and ordering of pertinent tests, therapeutics and medications. About the Opportunity:
- Specialty: General Surgery
- Shift: Nights
- Hours: 8 hour night shift 7pm-3am (rotating schedule on holidays and weekends)
- Call Schedule: None
Responsibilities: The General Surgery PA will:
- Write accurately and in timely manner into patient records for all pertinent care, status changes, orders, progress notes, procedure notes and admit/discharge notes as designated by the clinical area of hire
- Provide consultation to the Nursing and Ancillary Medical teams and staff of patient condition and plan of care
- Work collaboratively with the Supervising Physicians and Care team in a timely manner with respect, and with the goals of patient-centered safety and quality as a priority
- Communicate assessment, treatment and care planning to patient, families and designated caretakers in effective and compassionate manner
- Facilitate patient continuity of care for across multi-disciplinary services, and participates in effective, safe and efficient throughput of patients
- Perform other duties, as needed
Qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant (PA) Program - Open to training a new grad!
- NYS Physician Assistant (PA) license
- NCCPA Board Certification
- ACLS and BLS certifications
- Infection Control certification
- DEA licensure
Desired Skills: