Physician Assistant (PA) – Primary Care | Oswego, New York | $130,000+ base salary (open to discussion) |

The Provider Finder•Oswego, NY

13h

About The Position

The Physician Assistant will provide comprehensive outpatient primary care services to veterans in Oswego, New York. Under the supervision and collaboration arrangements required by applicable law and clinical protocols, the PA will evaluate, diagnose, and manage a range of medical conditions, develop individualized treatment plans, prescribe medications, and promote preventive healthcare. The role requires experience in primary or ambulatory care and a commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring compliance with applicable clinical, regulatory, quality, and workplace safety standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant Studies (BPAS) or a related field.
Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program, including required clinical preceptorship.
Current certification through an applicable professional certifying organization.
Minimum five years of combined approved academic training and healthcare experience, or as otherwise specified by applicable contractual requirements.
Experience in primary care or ambulatory care.
Current, unrestricted Physician Assistant license meeting New York State and applicable employment requirements.
Eligibility for applicable Veterans Health Administration credentialing requirements.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Current, unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration, as applicable.
Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
Proficiency with computers and electronic medical records.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree (MPAS).
Government healthcare experience.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification, if required by applicable clinical requirements.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, physical examinations, and medical evaluations.
Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions within the authorized scope of practice.
Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment and patient management plans.
Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory studies, X-rays, and electrocardiograms.
Prescribe medications and recommend appropriate lifestyle, dietary, and preventive health measures.
Educate patients about diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, and preventive healthcare.
Assess mental health concerns and coordinate additional care when necessary.
Review outside medical records and coordinate care with other healthcare providers.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, completing medical records within 24 hours of each patient encounter.
Collaborate with physicians, registered nurses, medical assistants, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.
Coordinate patient referrals, follow-up visits, and ongoing treatment plans.
Respond to patient requests and clinical alerts in accordance with established protocols.
Maintain compliance with applicable clinical guidelines, medication formularies, regulatory requirements, and quality standards.
Participate in patient outreach, enrollment, and retention initiatives.
Support clinical quality improvement and operational initiatives.