Physician Assistant - House Calls

Essen Medical Associates • New York, NY

9d • $135,000 - $200,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Essen Health Care is the largest privately held, multispecialty medical group in New York, providing high-quality, compassionate care to some of the state’s most vulnerable and underserved residents. Founded in 1999, we’ve grown from a single primary care office into a network of 50+ locations offering urgent care, primary care and specialty services, from women’s health to endocrinology and psychiatry. We also provide nursing home support, care management services, and in-home medical services through our House Calls Division, Intention Health Care and facilitate smooth transitions between care settings including telehealth, in-person medical visits, and home care through Intention Health Care. Guided by a Population Health model, our team of 500+ providers deliver care in-person, at home, or via telehealth, ensuring patients get the support they need when and where they need it. We’re looking for talented, motivated individuals to join our growing team. Whether you’re a medical provider, administrator, or operations professional, there’s a career here for you. Join us in making a real difference in the health of our community. The Physician Assistant (PA) specializing in house calls provides high-quality medical care to patients in their homes, particularly focusing on individuals with chronic illnesses, limited mobility, or barriers to accessing traditional healthcare. This role emphasizes patient-centered care, effective communication, and collaboration with other healthcare professionals.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree required
• Active New York license as a Physician Assistant
• Currently New York Controlled Substance and Drug Enforcement Registration
• Graduate of an approved PA Program and a post-graduate training program in surgery or at least one-year equivalent work experience
• Current Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
• Emergency Medicine / Family Practice/Acute Care
• Proven work experience as a physician assistant or nurse
• Knowledge of EMR Systems preferred

Nice To Haves

• DOT, BLS, ACLS Preferred
• Bilingual a plus - Spanish

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough evaluations of patients’ health status, including physical examinations, health histories, and medication reviews during home visits.
• Diagnose medical conditions and develop personalized treatment plans, prescribing medications and therapies as appropriate.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare team members to ensure comprehensive and continuous care for patients.
• Educate patients and their families on disease management, medication adherence, preventive care, and lifestyle changes to enhance health outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of patient encounters, treatment plans, and follow-up care in electronic health records.
• Schedule and conduct follow-up visits to monitor patients' progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
• Assess and address urgent medical needs during home visits, coordinating referrals and additional support when required.
• Engage in community health initiatives to promote awareness of home healthcare services and available resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level