NICU Physician Assistant — Critical Care Partner

Mount Sinai; New York (NY); On-site; USD 113,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Sinai Health System is seeking a Physician Assistant to provide patient care in inpatient, surgical, and outpatient settings under supervision. The role involves diagnosis, treatment planning, ordering tests, and documentation in accordance with NYS law and hospital policy.

Strong communication with medical teams and patient counseling are expected. Experience is 0-2 years or a new graduate from an accredited PA Program, with ongoing CME and licensure maintenance required.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in clinical specialty of hire and/or new graduate from accredited PA Program.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for patient care regarding patient management, diagnosis, treatment planning and ordering of pertinent tests, therapeutics and medications as noted by NYS law and hospital policy/by-laws (includes controlled substances with DEA licensure).
• Writes accurately and in timely manner into patient records for all pertinent care, status changes, orders, progress notes, procedure notes and admit/discharge notes as designated by the clinical area of hire.
• Demonstrates ability to work and communicate effectively with medical teams and other associated staffing.
• Provides consultation to nursing and ancillary medical teams and staff of patient condition and plan of care.
• Counsels patients regarding prescribed therapeutic regimens and health maintenance.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Clinical decision making

Education

PA Program graduate

Job description

Mount Sinai Health System is seeking a Physician Assistant to provide patient care in inpatient, surgical, and outpatient settings under supervision. The role involves diagnosis, treatment planning, ordering tests, and documentation in accordance with NYS law and hospital policy.

Strong communication with medical teams and patient counseling are expected. Experience is 0-2 years or a new graduate from an accredited PA Program, with ongoing CME and licensure maintenance required.