Physician Associate - Inpatient and Outpatient Pulmonary - MSH - Full Time

Mount Sinai Health System•New York, NY

About The Position

The Physician Associate provides patient care under the supervision of a physician and in collaboration with medical teams and staff. The role covers inpatient, surgical, and/or outpatient care, including clinical assessment and critical thinking, diagnosis, ordering medications and diagnostic tests, and performing corrective, preventive, and therapeutic measures. The Physician Associate practices under delegated physician authority and the scope of practice established by Mount Sinai Health System and the hiring department. The position involves managing patient care, documenting clinical records, coordinating with the care team, consulting with nursing and ancillary staff, and communicating plans with patients and their families. The Physician Associate supports continuity of care and safe, efficient patient throughput, follows institutional policies and infection-control standards, maintains required licensure, certifications, and privileges, and fulfills continuing medical education requirements.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
NCCPA board certification.
New York State licensure.
DEA licensure.
BLS and ACLS certification.
Infection Control Certification.
Physical ability to stand, stoop, bend, lift, and demonstrate dexterity for short or extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage patient care, including diagnosis, treatment planning, and ordering pertinent tests, therapeutics, and medications in accordance with New York State law and hospital policy and bylaws.
Document pertinent care, changes in patient status, orders, progress notes, procedure notes, and admission and discharge notes accurately and promptly.
Work and communicate effectively with medical teams and associated staff.
Consult with nursing and ancillary medical teams and staff about patient condition and care plans.
Collaborate respectfully and promptly with supervising physicians and the care team, prioritizing patient-centered safety and quality.
Perform delegated clinical duties and tasks effectively and efficiently within the supervising physician’s scope of practice.
Communicate assessments, treatment, and care plans compassionately to patients, families, and designated caretakers.
Facilitate continuity of care across multidisciplinary services and contribute to safe, efficient patient throughput.
Follow clinical and institutional policies and procedures related to clinical practice and site operations.
Maintain competency in clinical privileges, required certifications and licensure, and active Mount Sinai Health System privileges.
Maintain continuing medical education requirements for board certification and evidence-based practice.
Promote a positive work environment and incorporate Mount Sinai Health System’s mission, vision, and values into patient care and teamwork.
Maintain a safe and clean working environment in accordance with infection-control standards and applicable hospital and regulatory guidelines.