Physician Assistant: Elevate Patient Care & Rounds

Northwell Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health in New York seeks a Physician Assistant to support patient admission, assessment, and treatment activities. You will document plans of care, participate in rounds, and collaborate with physicians and nurses to ensure high-quality outcomes.

The position requires graduation from an ARC-PA accredited program, NY license, NCCPA certification, and BLS. Prior experience is not required, and the role emphasizes comprehensive patient care and effective communication across care teams.

Qualifications

• ARC-PA accredited PA program required.
• New York State PA license required.
• NCCPA certification required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Takes initial patient histories and performs physical examinations.
• Initiates, documents, and communicates the plan of care and follows up.
• Performs daily patient rounds.
• Writes orders for medications, laboratory work, and diagnostic tests.
• Interprets laboratory and test results.
• Confers with attending physicians, residents, nursing staff, and other care providers to ensure quality of patient care.
• Notes discharge summaries, prescriptions, and referrals on patient charts at discharge.
• Informs patients of necessary post-discharge care instructions.

Education

ARC-PA accredited PA program

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Northwell Health in New York seeks a Physician Assistant to support patient admission, assessment, and treatment activities. You will document plans of care, participate in rounds, and collaborate with physicians and nurses to ensure high-quality outcomes.

The position requires graduation from an ARC-PA accredited program, NY license, NCCPA certification, and BLS. Prior experience is not required, and the role emphasizes comprehensive patient care and effective communication across care teams.