Physician Assistant - Neurology/Stroke

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and full benefits

Malpractice with tail coverage

CME funding

Generous vacation + 5 CME days

Retirement and defined pension plan

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a Physician Assistant to join the Neurology team at Rochester General Hospital and Unity Hospital in Rochester, NY. The role focuses on hospital follow-up and post-stroke care, collaborating with neurology physicians and an established APP team.

You will evaluate patients post-hospitalization, develop treatment plans, and provide education while maintaining thorough documentation and patient communication. Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• PA licensure to practice in NY (NYSED).
• Experience as a PA is required.
• Strong clinical judgment and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, patient-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage post-hospitalization patients with stroke and other neurological conditions.
• Provide post-stroke follow-up and ongoing management; coordinate diagnostics and specialty care.
• Prescribe medications and educate patients in collaboration with the neurology team.
• Maintain accurate medical records and complete clinical documentation.

Skills

Physician Assistant experience

Strong clinical judgment

Excellent communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Compassionate patient-centered care

Education

BS: Physician Assistant (Required)

Job description

SUMMARY

As a Physician Assistant, your strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and commitment to patient-centered care will support the delivery of high-quality neurological care. In this role, you will work with patients at Rochester General Hospital and Unity Hospital, providing hospital follow-up and ongoing post-stroke care.

STATUS

Full Time

LOCATION

Rochester General Hospital & Unity Hospital

DEPARTMENT

Neurology

SCHEDULE

Days, Monday-Friday

Highlights/Benefits

• Competitive salary and full benefits package
• Malpractice with tail coverage
• CME funding ($1,750 annually)
• Generous vacation, in addition to 5 paid days for CME
• Retirement and defined pension plan
• Established Neurology team with strong APP and physician collaboration

ATTRIBUTES

• Experience as a Physician Assistant is required
• Strong clinical judgment and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate, patient-focused approach
• Ability to work collaboratively with physicians and interdisciplinary teams

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patient Care. Evaluate and manage patients following hospitalization for acute stroke and other neurological conditions; obtain medical histories and perform physical examinations; assess patient progress and develop and implement treatment plans
• Follow-Up Care. Provide post-stroke follow-up and ongoing management, monitor response to treatment, address new or recurring symptoms, and coordinate appropriate diagnostic testing and specialty care
• Treatment. Prescribe medications, provide patient education, and make appropriate referrals in collaboration with the neurology team
• Documentation. Maintain accurate and timely medical records, update patient charts, and complete required clinical documentation

EDUCATION

• BS: Physician Assistant (Required)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20-50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

• RPA - Registered Physician Assistant - NYS Office of Professions
• PA-C - Certified Physician Assistant - National Committee on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)

PAY RANGE

$100,000.00 - $150,000.00

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, clinical licensure date, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.