Physician Assistant - Urgent Care - Peekskill

Sun River Health•Peekskill, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Sun River Health provides comprehensive primary, preventative, and behavioral health services to all, especially the underserved and vulnerable. It is a Federally Qualified, Non-Profit Health Center serving communities in Suffolk, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan, Columbia and Westchester County. Sun River Health is currently seeking a per diem Physician Assistant for its Urgent Care in Peekskill, New York. This role, under the supervision of a physician, is responsible for planning, evaluating, and delivering patient healthcare, emphasizing preventive health measures and patient education. The organization, founded in the early 1970s, has grown into a comprehensive FQHC system with over 45 locations, serving more than 250,000 patients. Sun River Health fosters a culture of wellness, inclusivity, and recognition, guided by values of respect, integrity, and excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
NCCPA Certification
Current Registration to Practice in New York State
1-2 years in Urgent Care

Responsibilities

Planning, evaluating and delivering the health care of patients on assigned service, emphasizing preventive health measures and education of patient
Performs job duties in compliance with systems and job specific standards
Takes histories, examines patients, orders and performs diagnostic procedures and provides patients with counseling and education
Orders appropriate lab work draws blood for lab work and performs some lab tests such as throat culture plates and wet prep microscopic exams
Prescribes treatment and medication by following established medical protocols and through consultation with supervising physician
Maintains and reviews medical records periodically
Does follow-up of patient lab results such as abnormal pap smears and reportable STD's
Attends case conferences involving patients
Attends continuing education programs to increase skills and knowledge
Attends provider meetings at SRH and participates in quality improvement programs and team assignments
Follows OSHA standards of infection control under CDC guidelines endorsed by department, organization, and overseen by Infection Control Officer
Provides safe and successful performance, including meeting productivity, quality and patient satisfaction standards