Physician Assistant - Primary Care

Hathaway Healthcare Staffing; Town of Copake (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Hathaway Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join an established primary care practice in Copake, NY. This outpatient-only role is hospital-affiliated and supported by a team of one physician, one NP, and one PA.

You will shape your patient panel and workflow within a collaborative setting. Responsibilities include comprehensive primary care, physical exams, diagnostic testing, preventive care, and EHR documentation in EPIC.

Qualifications

• Current NYS licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• National certification (NP or PA-C).
• Experience in primary care preferred; strong new graduates considered.
• BLS certification required.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and commitment to patient-centered care.
• Guaranteed base salary with productivity incentives.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary care to patients across the lifespan.
• Perform physical exams, diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests and labs.
• Deliver preventive care, health education, and chronic disease management.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and ancillary services.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EHR.
• Participate in quality improvement and practice development initiatives.

Job description

This primary care practice is located in the upper Hudson Valley region of Upstate New York—two hours north of New York City and 30 minutes south of Albany. The area offers year‑round outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, and a high quality of life. The broader health system includes a 192‑bed hospital and more than 40 outpatient care centers, emphasizing a “Patients First” philosophy focused on safety, quality, and compassionate care.

Providers within the system enjoy opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and participation in community and educational activities.

Position Summary

A Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant is needed to join an established primary care practice in Copake, NY. This is an outpatient‑only role within a hospital‑affiliated group practice. The incoming provider will join a supportive team consisting of one physician, one nurse practitioner, and one physician assistant. Administrative support is strong, and the practice encourages autonomy and the ability to shape your patient panel and workflow to match your practice style.

• Setting: Outpatient primary care office
• Team: 1 MD, 1 NP, 1 PA
• Patients per Day: To be determined
• Hours: Negotiable
• Call: Approximately 1:7, phone call only
• Rounding: None
• Start Date: Flexible; as soon as available
• Reason for Recruitment: Current NP transferring to another location
• Electronic Health Record: EPIC

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary care to patients across the lifespan
• Perform physical exams, diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests and labs
• Deliver preventive care, health education, and chronic disease management
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and ancillary services
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EHR
• Participate in quality improvement and practice development initiatives

Qualifications

• Current NYS licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• National certification (NP or PA‑C)
• Experience in primary care preferred; strong new graduates considered
• BLS certification required
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and commitment to patient‑centered care
• Guaranteed base salary with productivity incentives