Physician Assistant - Bellevue - Trauma Surgery

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

7h • $141,000 - $161,000

About The Position

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is seeking a Physician Assistant for its Bellevue Trauma Surgery team. The successful candidate provides, coordinates, and assures comprehensive medical care using sound medical knowledge and applicable standards of care. The role performs therapeutic, corrective, and prescriptive measures for designated inpatient or outpatient populations and carries out delegatory responsibilities assigned by a supervising physician who is privileged as Medical Staff of NYU Langone Health.

The Physician Assistant works with attending physicians, nursing staff, and the broader interdisciplinary team to develop and implement patient care plans, facilitate admissions and discharges, and support continuity of care. The position also contributes to clinical research, quality improvement, professional education, and the development and monitoring of patient outcomes. Physician Assistants assigned to the Helen L. & Martin S. Kimmel Hyperbaric and Advanced Wound Healing Center have additional duties under that center's Physician Assistant policy.

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 listed annual salary range is $141,000–$161,000; actual compensation depends on 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.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Physical stamina, manual dexterity, and visual and aural acuity to perform the responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a physician assistant or physician assistant fellowship experience.
• At least two years of clinical rotation in various medical, surgical, and other specialty areas.
• Membership in pertinent professional 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 based on selected privileges.

Responsibilities

• Support the mission, philosophy, standards, goals, and objectives of the institution, department, and clinical service.
• Educate patients and families to promote 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, consistent with Medical Staff rules, bylaws, and the delineation of privileges.
• Prescribe medical equipment, devices, physical and occupational therapy, home health services, and inpatient or discharge medications as permitted by practice protocol and New York State law.
• Coordinate implementation of clinical research studies or trials, including patient screening, enrollment, and data collection.
• Assist with preparing, implementing, and evaluating research protocols when applicable, and collaborate on clinical studies.
• Monitor cost effectiveness, service efficiency, and performance indicators.
• 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 practice area.
• 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, and support continuity of care across services.
• Consult with nursing staff about therapeutic regimens and communicate appropriately with family members, house staff, other disciplines, and ancillary services in collaboration with the attending physician.
• Participate in developing and revising interdisciplinary and hospital standards and patient and family education materials relevant to the practice area.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and 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.
• For assignments at the Hyperbaric Center, perform additional duties outlined 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