Physician Assistant or Acute Care NP - Inpatient Medicine - 11.5-hour shifts

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

2d • $164,165 - $194,665

About The Position

NYU Langone Health is hiring a Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner for Inpatient Medicine. The successful candidate provides, coordinates, and assures comprehensive medical care using sound medical knowledge and applicable standards of care. The role includes performing therapeutic, corrective, and prescriptive measures for designated inpatient or outpatient populations and assuming responsibilities delegated by a supervising physician who is privileged as a member of the NYU Langone Health Medical Staff.

The position works collaboratively with attending physicians, nursing staff, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement care plans, support continuity of care, and facilitate efficient patient admission and discharge. The candidate also contributes to clinical research, quality and performance improvement, patient and family education, and the professional development of peers and other health professionals. The posting identifies 11.5-hour shifts in the position title but does not specify whether they are day or night shifts.

Physician Assistants working at the Helen L. & Martin S. Kimmel Hyperbaric and Advanced Wound Healing Center may have additional duties under that center’s Physician Assistant policy. The posted annual salary range is $164,164.85–$194,664.85; actual salary depends on factors including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The range excludes bonuses, incentive pay, differentials, and other compensation or benefits.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Physician Assistant studies (BA-PA).
• Current New York State Physician Assistant license.
• NCCPA board certification.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association.
• Effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
• At least two years of clinical rotation in various medical, surgical, and other specialty areas.
• Physical stamina, manual dexterity, and visual and aural acuity sufficient to perform the role’s responsibilities.
• Ability to facilitate group processes and work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, creative problem-solving ability, and critical-thinking skills.
• Maintain PA board certification and annual CME requirements for reappointment and privileging.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a physician assistant or physician assistant fellowship experience.
• Membership in pertinent professional specialty organizations.
• Advanced Life Support certification (ACLS or PALS) through the American Heart Association, or Neonatal Resuscitation certification (NRP) through the American Academy of Pediatrics; may be required depending on selected privileges.

Responsibilities

• Support the institution’s, department’s, and clinical service’s mission, philosophy, standards, goals, and objectives.
• Educate patients and families to support healthy adjustment to new or changed health patterns.
• Evaluate treatment and health care plans and modify them according to clinical standards and practice protocols.
• Perform delegated clinical duties effectively and efficiently.
• Practice as a member of the allied health staff in accordance with Medical Staff rules, regulations, bylaws, and delineated privileges.
• Prescribe medical equipment, devices, physical and occupational therapy, and home health services according to practice protocol.
• Prescribe inpatient and discharge medications in accordance with New York State law, including controlled substances when authorized by the DEA.
• Coordinate implementation of clinical research studies or trials, including patient screening, enrollment, and data collection.
• Monitor and trend cost effectiveness, efficiency, and service performance indicators associated with the position.
• Assist in preparing, implementing, and evaluating research protocols when applicable.
• Collaborate with nursing and other disciplines to develop and implement clinical studies in the area of expertise.
• Use evidence-based health care literature to advise and support appropriate practice changes.
• Participate in developing and monitoring patient outcomes for quality and performance improvement.
• Serve as a clinical expert and educational resource for peers and other health professionals.
• Maintain PA board certification, annual CME requirements for reappointment and privileging, and current expertise in the area of practice.
• Promote professional growth and development in the clinical role and participate in activities related to professional PA practice standards.
• Facilitate patient throughput and efficient admission and discharge processes.
• Support continuity of care across services, including home care, other facilities, and physician appointments.
• Consult with nursing staff about therapeutic regimens for patients in the hospital.
• Work with the attending physician to maintain timely, appropriate communication with families, house staff, other disciplines, and ancillary services.
• Participate in developing and revising interdisciplinary and hospital standards and patient and family education materials relevant to the practice area.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, including the attending physician, to develop and implement therapeutic plans of care for a group of patients and ensure communication with families.
• Plan and organize care to meet individual patient needs and support appropriate clinical resource utilization according to protocols, pathways, and other methods.
• For Physician Assistants assigned to the Helen L. & Martin S. Kimmel Hyperbaric and Advanced Wound Healing Center, perform additional duties as described in that center’s Physician Assistant policy.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and wellness package.
• Financial security benefits.
• Generous time-off program.
• Employee resource groups for peer support.
• Employee wellness program covering physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive-care well-being.
• Resources and services intended to support employees and their families at different life stages.

What This Job Offers

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