Clinical Physician Assistant and Teaching Clinician

Weill Cornell Medicine; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

Weill Cornell Medicine seeks a Physician Assistant to practice medicine in a designated specialty, collaborating with a supervising physician within approved privileges. The PA will independently and collaboratively manage patient care, including history taking, exams, testing, and therapy decisions, contributing to the institution's clinical, educational, and academic mission.

The role supports teaching and mentorship through institutional training programs, including the WCM PA Program.

Qualifications

• Graduate from ARC-PA accredited program.
• Master's degree is preferred.
• Approximately 2 years of work experience in a clinical setting is highly desired.
• New grads may be considered.
• Prior experience coordinating clinical protocols is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care and coordination within specialty areas.
• Obtain comprehensive health histories and perform focused or complete physical examinations.
• Order labs, imaging, and consultations; review results to develop a care plan.
• Prescribe medications and therapies per standard of care.
• Document care in medical records per best practices.
• Educate patients and caregivers on disease management and prevention.
• Collaborate with specialists and staff to optimize outcomes.
• Assist in research protocol preparation and evaluation when applicable.
• Perform diagnostic/therapeutic procedures as privileges allow.

Skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

ARC-PA accredited program

Job description

Weill Cornell Medicine seeks a Physician Assistant to practice medicine in a designated specialty, collaborating with a supervising physician within approved privileges. The PA will independently and collaboratively manage patient care, including history taking, exams, testing, and therapy decisions, contributing to the institution's clinical, educational, and academic mission.

The role supports teaching and mentorship through institutional training programs, including the WCM PA Program.