Physician Assistant - Neurosurgery (Per Diem)

Rochester General Hospital; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 103,000; Part time

Job summary

Rochester General Hospital is seeking a Physician Assistant to support the neurosurgery team with inpatient consult coverage and as a first assist in the operating room. This role emphasizes patient-centered care, accurate documentation, and strong teamwork.

Ideal candidates have neurosurgery exposure and a valid NYS PA license, with the ability to manage urgent cases in a fast-paced setting and maintain compassionate patient relations at all times.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant studies is required.
• PA-C certification and NY RPA license are required/active.
• Inpatient consult coverage and OR first assist experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patient satisfaction, coordinate with care teams and payors.
• Prescribe medications, write orders, perform procedures and respond to changes in acute cases.
• Document complete histories, exams, data and treatment plans for assigned patients.

Skills

Neurosurgery experience

Inpatient consult coverage

First assist in OR

Education

Bachelor's of Physician Assistant

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.STATUS: Per DiemLOCATION: Rochester General HospitalDEPARTMENT: NeurosurgeryATTRIBUTESPrior 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 - NYS Office of ProfessionsPHYSICAL 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.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:$65.00 - $75.00CITY:RochesterPOSTAL CODE:14626The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, 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.