Physician Assistant - Neurosurgery

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

CME Funding

Tail coverage for malpractice

Generous vacation

Retirement plan

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Rochester General Hospital in Rochester, NY seeks a Physician Assistant to provide inpatient consult coverage and serve as a first assist in the operating room within a collaborative neurosurgery team.

Full-time position, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–5:00 PM with a 1:4 weekend rotation. Compensation ranges from $130,000 to $165,000 plus comprehensive benefits and CME funding.

Qualifications

• Requires successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Licensure as a PA-C in New York and NCCPA certification.
• Experience in neurosurgery or OR strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient consult coverage for neurosurgery patients.
• Serve as first assist in the operating room as part of the neurosurgery team.
• Maintain high-quality patient-centered care and documentation.
• Coordinate with neurosurgery, neurology, pain and rehab teams.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Clinical judgment

Patient-centered care

Education

BS: Physician Assistant

PA-C - NCCPA

RPA - NYSED

Job description

SUMMARYAs a Physician Assistant, your strong interpersonal and communication skills, clinical judgment, and commitment to patient-centered care will support the delivery of high-quality medical services. In this role, you will provide inpatient consult coverage and serve as a first assist in the operating room as part of a collaborative neurosurgery team. New graduates are welcome to apply.STATUS: Full-timeLOCATION: Rochester General HospitalDEPARTMENT: NeurosurgerySCHEDULE: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–5:00 PM, with a 1:4 weekend rotation. Weekend coverage includes inpatient rounding (2–3 hours)Highlights/Benefits:Compensation range: $130,000 - $165,000, based on experienceComprehensive benefits packageMalpractice with tail coverageCME Funding ($1750 annually)Generous vacation, in addition to 5 paid days for CMERetirement and defined pension planFlexible scheduleNeuroscience Institute working collegially with APPs in neurosurgery, neurology, neuropsychology, pain psychology, physical medicine and rehabilitation, neuroendovascular surgery, interventional pain and spine.Additionally, the Rochester/Western NY area offers a low cost of living, nationally recognized schools and higher education. The area offers a multitude of cultural, recreational, shopping, professional/collegiate sports venues and activities for the outdoor enthusiast.ATTRIBUTESPrior operating room, surgical, or neurosurgery experience is preferredCompassionate, warm and patient focusedCritical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervisionExceptional documentation skills and professional behaviorAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentRESPONSIBILITIESPatient Satisfaction. Interact regularly with patients, family members, medical/social/public service support teams, regulatory agencies, and payor agencies. Communication requires empathy, problem-solving, education, information gathering, counseling, and process coordination.Medication & Orders. Prescribe medication, write orders, perform procedures and respond to emergency and/or immediate condition changes of acute, critically ill patients.Documentation. Obtain complete, detailed and accurate patient histories, review patient records, perform physical exams, record all pertinent data to develop comprehensive medical status, diagnosis and clinical treatment plan for all assigned patients.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: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:$100,000.00 - $150,000.00CITY:RochesterPOSTAL CODE:14621The 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.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.