Physician Assistant – Acute Hospital Care

Mount Sinai; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Sinai Health System seeks a Physician Assistant for the Observation Unit at Elmhurst Hospital. You will perform admissions, assessments, diagnoses, treatments, and follow-ups to evaluate patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include history taking, physical exams, care planning, medication and test orders, and collaboration with physicians and staff to ensure high-quality care. Discharge planning and special projects are part of the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Licensed Physician Assistant (LPA) by the New York State Education Department required.
• Current NCCPA certification required.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Take initial patient histories and perform physical examinations with documentation on EPIC system.
• Initiate, document, and communicate the plan of care and follow up to ensure complete screening and preparation of patients.
• Write orders for medications, lab work, and diagnostic tests; interpret results relating to GI, hepatic, and subspecialties.
• Consult with attending physicians, residents, nursing staff and other care providers to ensure quality patient care.
• Assist with prescriptions at discharge and related duties as required.
• Engage in special projects and duties as assigned by department director.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Licensed Physician Assistant (LPA) - NY State Education Department

Current NCCPA Certification

Current BLS and ACLS certification

Job description

Mount Sinai Health System seeks a Physician Assistant for the Observation Unit at Elmhurst Hospital. You will perform admissions, assessments, diagnoses, treatments, and follow-ups to evaluate patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include history taking, physical exams, care planning, medication and test orders, and collaboration with physicians and staff to ensure high-quality care. Discharge planning and special projects are part of the role.