Physician Assistant - Inpatient Obstetrics - L&D and Post Partum

NYU Langone; New York (NY); On-site; USD 148,463 - 178,963; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits and wellness package

Generous time-off program

Employee resource groups for support

Job summary

NYU Langone Health in New York is looking for a Physician Assistant specialized in Inpatient Obstetrics. The role includes providing and coordinating medical care, educating patients, and contributing to clinical research.

The ideal candidate must have a Physician Assistant Bachelor’s Degree, a New York State License, and experience in clinical rotations. The position also offers a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee wellness.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of clinical rotation in various specialties.
• Experience as a physician assistant or fellowship experience is preferred.
• Advanced Life Support certification may be required based on privileges.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical care for the inpatient population.
• Evaluate treatment plans and modify them according to clinical standards.
• Educate patients and families on health patterns and adjustments.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team for patient care.

Skills

Clinical evaluation skills

Excellent communication skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Physician Assistant Bachelor’s Degree

Current New York State Physician Assistant License

NCCPA Board Certification

Basic Life Support Certification

Job description

Position Summary

Physician Assistant – Inpatient Obstetrics – Labor & Delivery and Post Partum. Responsible for provision, coordination, and assurance of comprehensive medical care, performing therapeutic, corrective, and prescriptive measures on the designated inpatient population, and assuming delegatory responsibilities assigned by a supervising physician privileged as Medical Staff of NYU Langone Health.

Job Responsibilities

• Supports the mission, philosophy, standards, goals and objectives of the institution, department and clinical service.
• Educates patient and family to facilitate and promote healthy adjustment to new or changed health patterns.
• Evaluates treatment and health care plans for effectiveness and modifies per clinical standards and practice protocols.
• Performs delegated clinical duties effectively and efficiently.
• Practices as a member of the allied health staff according to the rules and regulations of the Medical Staff and bylaws as outlined in the delineation of privileges.
• Prescribes medical equipment, devices, physical and occupational therapy, and home health services per practice protocol.
• Prescribes in‑patient and discharge medications according to New York State law, including controlled substances with DEA authorization.
• Physical stamina, manual dexterity, visual and aural acuity to perform responsibilities. Membership in professional specialty organizations desirable.
• Previously demonstrated ability to facilitate group processes and work cohesively and collaboratively as member of the interdisciplinary team.
• Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills, effective communication skills, creative problem solving and excellent critical thinking skills.
• Previous experience as a physician assistant or physician assistant fellowship experience is preferred.
• At least 2 years of clinical rotation in various medical, surgical and other specialty areas.
• Coordinates implementation of clinical research studies or clinical trials, including patient screening, enrollment and data collection.
• Monitors and trends the cost effectiveness of the position, particularly as it relates to the efficiency and performance indicators established for the service.
• Assists in the preparation, implementation, and evaluation of research protocols when applicable.
• Works collaboratively with nursing and other disciplines in the development and implementation of clinical studies within the area of expertise.
• Uses evidence‑based health care literature to advise and support appropriate practice changes within the designated service.
• Participates in the development and monitoring of patient outcomes per established practice protocols for purposes of quality and performance improvement.
• Serves as a clinical expert and resource for the education of peers and other health professionals.
• Maintains PA board certification.
• Maintains annual CME requirement for re‑appointment and privileging.
• Maintains current expertise in area of practice.
• Promotes own professional growth and development in clinical role.
• Functions as a respectful member of the health care team.
• Participates in designated activities related to professional physician assistant practice standards.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the organization’s core values and incorporates them into the performance of responsibilities.
• Facilitates patients throughput and efficient process during patients admission and discharge.
• Facilitates the continuity of care across the continuum of services, e.g. home care, other facilities, appointments with MDs etc.
• Provides consultation about the therapeutic regimen to the nursing staff responsible for the patients care in the hospital setting.
• Works collaboratively with the attending physician to maintain timely and appropriate communication with family members, house staff, other disciplines and ancillary services.
• Participates in the development and revision of interdisciplinary and hospital standards, patient and family education materials as relevant to area of practice and expertise.
• Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team including the attending physician to develop and implement the therapeutic plan of care for a group of patients and ensure communication with family members.
• Plans and organizes care to meet individual patient needs and to ensure appropriate clinical resource utilization per protocols, pathways, and other means.

Additional Position Specific Responsibilities

• Physician Assistants working at the Helen L. & Martin S. Kimmel Hyperbaric and Advanced Wound Healing Center (Hyperbaric Center) will have additional duties assigned as outlined in the Role of the Physician Assistant policy for the Hyperbaric Center.

Minimum Qualifications

• Physician Assistant Bachelor’s Degree (BA‑PA).
• Current New York State Physician Assistant License.
• NCCPA Board Certification.
• Basic Life Support Certification through the American Heart Association.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced Life Support certification (ACLS, PALS) through the American Heart Association or Neonatal Resuscitation certification (NRP) through the American Academy of Pediatrics may be required based on selected privileges.
• Membership in pertinent professional organizations preferred.

Benefits

NYU Langone Health provides a comprehensive benefits and wellness package, including financial security benefits, a generous time‑off program, employee resources groups for peer support, and a holistic employee wellness program focused on physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care.

Salary Range

The salary range for this role is $148,463.51 – $178,963.51 annually. Actual salaries depend on experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The range does not include bonuses or other compensation or benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NYU Langone Health is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration.