Physician Assistant - Hospitalist

Rochester Regional Health; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health's Rochester General Hospital seeks a Physician Assistant for inpatient medicine. You will diagnose acute illnesses, perform physicals, and implement treatment plans to monitor patient responses.

Successful candidates hold a BS in Physician Assistant, PA-C with NCCPA and NYSED RPA licenses. Inpatient hospital medicine experience is preferred; strong communication and compassionate patient care are essential for a rotating 12-hour schedule.

Qualifications

• Inpatient hospital medicine experience preferred.
• License: PA-C (NCCPA) and NYSED RPA in New York State.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose acute illnesses and minor injuries; perform physicals and implement treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications, perform procedures, educate patients and families.
• Update charts, codes and required external documents.

Skills

Inpatient hospital medicine experience

Education

BS: Physician Assistant (Required)

Job description

SUMMARY

As a Physician Assistant, your superior interpersonal and empathetic skills, as well as your comprehension of diagnostic procedures greatly assists you in providing medical services to patients.

JOB DETAILS

STATUS: Full-Time

LOCATION: Rochester General Hospital

DEPARTMENT: Inpatient Medicine

SCHEDULE: Day/Evening/Night Rotating 12 Hour Shifts

ATTRIBUTES

• Inpatient hospital medicine experience is preferred
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Compassionate, kind and patient focused
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Diagnosis. Assess and diagnose acute illnesses and minor injuries; perform physicals and implement treatment plan; monitor response for acute and chronic medical conditions; select and order appropriate diagnostic and health maintenance procedures
• Treatment. Prescribe medication, perform minor procedures and coordinate treatment; provide health education and guidance regarding treatment; communicate with, and counsel family members; recommend community resources and refer patients to collaborating physician or specialist
• Administrative Assistance. Perform administrative responsibilities such as updating patient charts, billing codes and completing required documents from outside agencies

EDUCATION

BS: Physician Assistant (Required)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

PA-C - Certified Physician Assistant - National Committee on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)

RPA - Registered Physician Assistant - New York State Education Department (NYSED)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE

PAY RANGE: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00

LOCATION DETAILS

CITY: Rochester

POSTAL CODE: 14621

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.