Physician Assistant-QHC-21004-002
About The Position
Under the supervision of an assigned fully licensed Physician, the Physician Assistant provides comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic care and medical services in a health care setting. The role includes clinical education for students and other health professionals and a commitment to patient- and family-centered quality care to improve outcomes and patient experience, in accordance with NYC Health + Hospitals policies and procedures, applicable state and federal rules and regulations, and medical standards of care. The Physician Assistant assesses and treats patients, develops care plans, orders and interprets diagnostic tests, performs procedures within their training and scope of practice, and coordinates consultations and referrals. The position also involves inpatient rounds, communication with physicians and other providers, patient and family education, support for procedures, quality assurance, clinical research when appropriate, and related administrative duties.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Physician Assistant Studies or a similar degree.
- One year of full-time, satisfactory clinical experience as a Physician Assistant.
- Valid New York State Education Department license and current registration to practice as a Physician Assistant.
- Current certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
- Valid life support certification, such as BLS or ACLS, through the American Heart Association in the appropriate practice area within 60 calendar days of appointment.
- Skills in patient assessment and care planning, clinical documentation, communication with providers, patients, and families, patient education, teamwork, prioritization of patient care, quality assurance, and staff orientation and education.
Responsibilities
- Obtain detailed patient histories and perform appropriate physical examinations.
- Develop assessments and therapeutic plans, and provide ongoing patient care according to protocols.
- Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging, EKGs, and diagnostic procedures, and write prescriptions according to service protocols.
- Perform procedures within the scope of practice and supervised training, including specimen collection and testing, wound care, intubation, suturing, biopsies, catheter placement, blood gas determinations, paracentesis, thoracentesis, and administration of IV solutions and medications.
- Initiate consultations and refer patients for special testing according to health care setting protocols.
- Participate in daily rounds; observe and document patient progress; update and summarize charts; write orders and progress notes; and notify the Physician of changes in patient condition when appropriate.
- Participate in team conferences, lectures, and grand rounds.
- Assist with inpatient IR and CT scan procedures; communicate with providers, order laboratory tests as needed, and prioritize patient care.
- Instruct and counsel patients and families on preventive care, medical problems, treatments and medications, growth and development, family planning, situational adjustment reactions, and related matters.
- Assist the Supervising Physician and perform other procedures within that Physician’s scope of practice.
- Perform BLS and ACLS procedures in life-threatening situations when a Physician is unavailable, and with a Physician when appropriate.
- Obtain informed consent for IV contrast media and procedures.
- Make follow-up calls to assess patients’ condition after procedures.
- Assist with patient positioning before surgical procedures.
- Orient new physician assistants to major duties and familiarize staff with departmental or service clinical policies and procedures.
- Participate in chart audits and other departmental or service quality assurance activities.
- Participate in continuing education and training for staff physician assistants, students, and other health professionals when present on the service.
- Participate in clinical research and relevant studies when appropriate.
- Perform related administrative duties as required and other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
