Physician Assistant - Dr. Kyle Morse

Hospital for Special Surgery•New York, NY

About The Position

Hospital for Special Surgery is seeking a Physician Assistant to provide clinical consultation, assessment, and management for patients, including outpatient evaluation, treatment, and follow-up of surgical patients as directed by the supervising physician. The role includes educating patients and family members before and after surgery and at discharge, reviewing and interpreting imaging and laboratory results, communicating findings, documenting patient progress, and maintaining clear and legible medical records. The Physician Assistant will use the computerized order communication system, complete relevant patient paperwork, and work independently on assigned tasks with minimal supervision. There is potential to assist the surgeon in the operating room. The position is regular, full-time, and has a base pay range of $162,905.18 to $179,892.68. Final compensation depends on factors including role scope, experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and fair market value evaluation.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
Current New York State Physician Assistant license.
BLS and ACLS certification.
NCCPA board certification.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in orthopedics is highly desired but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical consultation, assessment, and management to patients.
Conduct outpatient evaluation, treatment, and follow-up of surgical patients as directed by the supervising physician.
Provide pre-operative, post-operative, and discharge education to patients and family members about safety matters, including medication, post-operative precautions, and equipment use.
Review and interpret patient imaging and laboratory results; communicate results to patients and provide follow-up treatment and education.
Communicate effectively and appropriately with patients and families about medical conditions and hospital courses.
Document patient progress toward desired outcomes.
Use the computerized order communication system to transcribe medical orders, retrieve test results, and document results.
Maintain clear and legible history and physical documentation and other written reports.
Work independently on assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
Complete relevant patient paperwork, such as medication prior authorizations and plans of care.
Potentially assist the surgeon in the operating room.
Promote cooperation through teamwork.
Perform other duties as needed for effective and safe patient care.