Physician Assistant - Bellevue - Internal Medicine (nights)

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

12h • $136,000 - $156,000

About The Position

NYU Grossman School of Medicine, part of NYU Langone Health, is hiring a Physician Assistant for Bellevue Internal Medicine. The successful candidate provides, coordinates, and assures comprehensive medical care using sound medical knowledge and applicable standards of care; performs therapeutic, corrective, and prescriptive measures for designated inpatient or outpatient populations; and assumes delegatory responsibilities assigned by a supervising physician who is privileged as Medical Staff of NYU Langone Health.

The Physician Assistant collaborates with physicians, nursing staff, and other disciplines to plan and deliver patient care, support continuity of care, and facilitate admissions and discharges. The role also contributes to clinical research and quality improvement, supports education of patients and healthcare professionals, and maintains professional certification and expertise. The position is identified as a nights role.

The role requires a Physician Assistant bachelor's degree, a current New York State Physician Assistant license, NCCPA board certification, and American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification. The posted annual salary range is $136,000–$156,000; actual salary depends on factors such as experience, specialty, education, and hospital need.

Requirements

• Physician Assistant bachelor's degree (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.
• Demonstrated 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.
• 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.
• At least 2 years of clinical rotation in various medical, surgical, and other specialty areas.
• 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 facilitate healthy adjustment to new or changed health patterns.
• Evaluate treatment and healthcare plans, assess effectiveness, and modify plans according to clinical standards and practice protocols.
• Perform delegated clinical duties effectively and efficiently, consistent with Medical Staff rules, regulations, bylaws, and delineated privileges.
• Prescribe medical equipment and devices, physical and occupational therapy, and home health services according to practice protocol.
• Prescribe inpatient and discharge medications according to New York State law, including controlled substances with DEA authorization.
• Coordinate implementation of clinical research studies or trials, including patient screening, enrollment, and data collection.
• Monitor and trend position cost-effectiveness, including service efficiency and performance indicators.
• Assist in 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 healthcare 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 appointments with physicians.
• Consult with nursing staff about the therapeutic regimen for patients in the hospital.
• Collaborate with the attending physician to communicate appropriately and promptly with family members, 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 area of practice.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, including the attending physician, to develop and implement therapeutic plans of care and ensure communication with family members.
• Plan and organize care to meet individual patient needs and ensure appropriate clinical resource utilization according to protocols, pathways, and other means.
• For Physician Assistants working at the Helen L. & Martin S. Kimmel Hyperbaric and Advanced Wound Healing Center, perform additional duties described in the 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.

What This Job Offers

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