Physician Assistant - OB/GYN

Physician Affiliate Group of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider dedicated to uplifting the spirits of vulnerable patients in New York City. This role as a Physician Assistant involves conducting thorough patient assessments, assisting in obstetric and gynecological care, and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards. You will be part of a collaborative team committed to delivering exceptional patient-centered care. Enjoy a competitive compensation package, generous paid time off, and a supportive work environment that values diversity and wellness. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of patients while advancing your career in a thriving healthcare organization.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

10% 401K company contribution

Nearly FREE medical plan

Generous paid time off

CME days and dollars

Medical Malpractice policy coverage

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved Physician Assistant Training program.
• New York State Licensure and NCPPA Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical examinations and take patient histories.
• Assist in the operating room and evaluate patients in the Emergency Room.
• Ensure compliance with JCAHO standards and improve patient satisfaction.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Assessment

Obstetrics

Gynecology

IV Line Insertion

Education

Physician Assistant Training

New York State Licensure

NCPPA Certification

Job description

Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) is one of the largest multi-disciplinary groups in the country whose main purpose is to nurture and embolden the healthcare providers who take care of the most fragile and vulnerable patients in New York City. PAGNY people do more than diagnose and treat; we uplift the spirits and dignity of patients because we love what we do, and it shows. PAGNY is committed to recruiting and retaining productive and enthusiastic physicians and promotes our health professionals’ wellness.

PAGNY is comprised of over 4,000 physicians and healthcare professionals who provide services to NYC Health + Hospitals (H+H), the largest public health system in the United States. Our practitioners are highly skilled professionals with outstanding credentials who deliver the highest level of quality healthcare to patients throughout New York City.

NYC Health + Hospitals/North Central Bronx handle more than 156,000 outpatient visits, more than 50,000 emergency room visits and more than 7,500 admissions annually in the 232-bed facility. The hospital maintains an academic affiliation with the James J. Peters VA Medical Center.

PAGNY has a strong commitment to the principles of diversity and, in that spirit, actively encourages applications from groups underrepresented in healthcare.

Responsibilities

The Physician Assistant in the Department takes history and conducts physical examinations on patients assigned to his or her care in both hospital and ambulatory settings.

• Physician Assistants attend clinical conferences as required by JCAHO and present cases in departmental grand rounds.• Participates in department Performance Improvement activities. • Physician Assistants will contribute strong efforts in ensuring patient satisfaction as well as improving patient census in the department.• Physician Assistant will ensure compliance with JCAHO standards and follow all approved policies and procedures.

Obstetrics:

•When assigned to the Obstetric Triage Labor & Delivery area – the physician assistant will be supervised by the attending physician. Similarly, physician assistants assigned to the antepartum and postpartum units will evaluate and discharge patients under the supervision of the attending physician.

Gynecology:

Physician Assistants assigned to Gynecology will admit and discharge patients under the supervision of attending physicians. Duties also include:

• Assistance in the operating room.
• Evaluating patients in the Emergency Room
• Performance and interpretation of routine tests as required.
• Insertion and maintenance of IV lines, urinary catheters, nasogastric tubes O2 masks.
• Intrapartum follow-up of patients and participation in uncomplicated vaginal deliveries.
• Writing orders requiring countersignature of attending physician.

Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of an approved educational program of Physician Assistant Training.
• New York State Licensure
• Certification by the NCPPA
• Proof of Covid-19 vaccination required prior to hire

Benefits include:

• Competitive compensation package
• 10% 401K company contribution after one year of service
• Choice of a three-tiered nearly FREE medical plan
• Generous paid time off program
• CME days and dollars
• Medical Malpractice policy coverage

Compensation:

• Min USD: $120,000.00 Annually
• Max USD: $120,000.00 Annually

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

About the company

One of New York State's largest multispecialty physician groups, focused on delivering exceptional patient-centered care.