Hospital-Based Physician Assistant — Family Medicine & Growth

Premier Health PA Services; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Health PA Services in Ithaca, NY, seeks a Physician Assistant to join a collaborative hospital-based team. The PA assesses, diagnoses, plans, and implements comprehensive medical care, coordinating with supervising physicians for education, follow-up, and care transitions.

You will order tests, create treatment plans, prescribe medications, and participate in daily rounds with nurses, specialists, and staff to optimize patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Physician Assistant studies from an accredited institution.
• Current NCCPA certification and valid New York licensure.
• Experience in family medicine or primary care settings.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations and patient privacy standards.
• Strong communication with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Commitment to ethical, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough physical examinations and review medical histories.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests to inform decisions.
• Diagnose and manage conditions within family medicine scope.
• Develop personalized treatment plans for chronic and acute conditions.
• Prescribe medications and ensure appropriate follow-up.
• Document patient records accurately and in compliance with regulations.
• Educate patients and families on health management and prevention.
• Participate in rounds and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Promote healthy lifestyle choices and preventive care.
• Stay current with healthcare advancements through ongoing training.

Education

Master's degree in Physician Assistant studies

NCCPA certification

New York state licensure

Experience in family health/primary care

Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations

Excellent communication

Commitment to ethical patient care

Job description

Premier Health PA Services in Ithaca, NY, seeks a Physician Assistant to join a collaborative hospital-based team. The PA assesses, diagnoses, plans, and implements comprehensive medical care, coordinating with supervising physicians for education, follow-up, and care transitions.

You will order tests, create treatment plans, prescribe medications, and participate in daily rounds with nurses, specialists, and staff to optimize patient outcomes.