Physician Assistant - Sutphin Blvd.
About The Position
Sun River Health is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant for its Sutphin Blvd. site in Queens, New York. Under physician supervision, the Physician Assistant plans, evaluates, and delivers health care to patients on an assigned service, emphasizing preventive health measures and patient education. The role also includes other duties as assigned and requires compliance with applicable systems and job-specific standards. The position involves evaluating and treating patients, ordering and performing diagnostic procedures, providing counseling and education, and coordinating care with the supervising physician and other health center team members. The listed salary range is $153,899.20–$167,356.80. A bachelor's degree and a valid New York State Physician Assistant license, NCCPA certification, and CPR/BLS are required.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree.
- Valid license as a Physician Assistant in New York State.
- NCCPA certification.
- CPR/BLS certification.
- Knowledge of diagnostic and treatment procedures relevant to practicing in health care centers.
- Competence in delivering health care to patients, including preventive health education.
- Ability to collaborate with other health center members to maintain high quality standards and achieve client satisfaction.
Responsibilities
- Take patient histories, examine patients, order and perform diagnostic procedures, and provide counseling and education.
- Order appropriate laboratory work, draw blood, and perform certain tests, including throat culture plates and wet prep microscopic exams.
- Prescribe treatment and medication in accordance with established medical protocols and in consultation with the supervising physician.
- Maintain and periodically review medical records.
- Follow up on patient laboratory results, including abnormal Pap smears and reportable sexually transmitted diseases.
- Attend patient case conferences and continuing education programs to increase skills and knowledge.
- Attend provider meetings and participate in quality improvement programs and team assignments.
- Follow OSHA infection-control standards under CDC guidelines endorsed by the department and organization and overseen by the Infection Control Officer.
- Meet productivity, quality, and patient satisfaction standards while providing safe and successful care.
- Perform other duties as assigned and comply with systems and job-specific standards.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life and disability coverage.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Employee discount program.
- Provider incentive compensation program based on quality and productivity.
- Reimbursement for professional license, certification, and DEA fees.
- Tuition reimbursement for eligible employees taking job-related coursework at accredited institutions.
- Potential participation in federal and state loan repayment or forgiveness programs, including HRSA and NHSC programs, with application support.
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
- Workforce Wellness Program.
- Planetree Recognition Awards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
