Physician Assistant - Emergency Department, Manhattan experience required

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

1h • $148,464 - $178,964 • Onsite

About The Position

NYU Grossman School of Medicine, part of NYU Langone Health, is hiring a Physician Assistant for its Emergency Department in Manhattan. 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 carrying out responsibilities delegated by a supervising physician who is privileged as a member of the NYU Langone Health Medical Staff.

The Physician Assistant works collaboratively with attending physicians, nursing staff, and the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement plans of care, coordinate continuity of care, support patient throughput, and communicate with patients, families, and other care providers. The role also includes education, quality and performance improvement, research support when applicable, and ongoing professional development. The position requires a bachelor's degree in physician assistant studies, current New York State licensure, NCCPA certification, and American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification.

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.
• At least two years of clinical rotation in various medical, surgical, and other specialty areas.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work respectfully and collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary health care team.
• Physical stamina, manual dexterity, and visual and aural acuity to perform the responsibilities.
• 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.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, creative problem-solving ability, and critical-thinking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate group processes and collaborate cohesively as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Support the institution's, department's, and clinical service's mission, philosophy, standards, goals, and objectives.
• Educate patients and families to facilitate 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 within the rules, regulations, bylaws, and delineation of privileges of the Medical Staff.
• 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, including service efficiency and performance indicators.
• Assist with preparing, implementing, and evaluating research protocols when applicable.
• Collaborate with nursing and other disciplines to develop and implement clinical studies within 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 and participate in activities related to professional physician assistant practice standards.
• Facilitate patient throughput and efficient admission and discharge processes.
• Facilitate continuity of care across services, including home care, other facilities, and physician appointments.
• Consult with nursing staff about patients' therapeutic regimens in the hospital setting.
• Collaborate with the attending physician to communicate in a timely and appropriate manner 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.
• Work with the interdisciplinary team and attending physician to develop and implement therapeutic plans of care for a group of patients and ensure communication with family members.
• Plan and organize care to meet individual patient needs and ensure appropriate clinical resource utilization under protocols, pathways, and other means.
• For assignments at the Helen L. & Martin S. Kimmel Hyperbaric and Advanced Wound Healing Center, perform additional duties outlined in that center's Role of the Physician Assistant policy.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and wellness package.
• Financial security benefits.
• Generous time-off program.
• Employee resource groups for peer support.
• Holistic employee wellness program covering physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive-care well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time