Physician Assistant- Surgical Pre-Testing (Clifton Springs)

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

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health in Clifton Springs seeks a Physician Assistant to perform pre-operative evaluations for surgical patients in an ambulatory setting. You will synthesize histories, physicals and diagnostics to prepare patients for upcoming procedures and provide telephone follow-up when needed.

The role requires PA-C certification and NY licensure/eligibility, with prior perioperative or inpatient care experience preferred. Strong documentation and patient-centered care are essential.

Qualifications

• PA-C certification required
• New York state PA license or eligibility preferred
• Experience in perioperative/surgical care is highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Synthesize history, exam, and tests to evaluate patients pre-operatively
• Provide telephone consultations and follow-up as needed
• Refer patients to physicians or specialists when appropriate
• Complete preoperative work-ups and postoperative follow-up in the office
• Review labs, EKG and imaging; address abnormalities promptly with the surgeon
• Write preoperative orders per patient needs and guidelines
• Notify surgeon of issues delaying or canceling procedures
• Maintain field proficiency by attending courses
• Comply with department rules and hospital medical records standards
• Assist in training students as requested

Skills

Communication skills

Compassionate care

Critical thinking

Documentation

Stress management

Medical knowledge

Education

BS: Physician Assistant (Required)

Job description

SUMMARY

Provide pre-operative evaluations for all surgical patients with acute and chronic conditions in an ambulatory setting.

STATUS: Full Time

LOCATION: Clifton Springs

DEPARTMENT: Surgery

SCHEDULE: Days

ATTRIBUTES

• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Compassionate, warm and patient focused
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action
• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Exceptional documentation skills and professional behavior
• Experience in internal medicine, inpatient care, or perioperative/surgical care highly preferred

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Synthesize and interpret history, physical examination, and diagnostic testing data to evaluate patient for preparation for upcoming procedures
• Provide telephone consultation, follow-up phone calls; assess needs and make recommendations and/or referrals as appropriate
• Refer patients to physician, and/or specialist as necessary
• Responsible for the work-up and follow up of patients seen in the office
• Checks preoperative laboratory, EKG and x-ray data; any significant abnormal finding should be addressed timely and reported to the attending surgeon when appropriate
• Writes preoperative orders according to patient needs and departmental guidelines
• Notifies attending surgeon of any issues regarding patient that potentially will delay/cancel procedure
• Maintains proficiency in field by attending courses
• Shall comply with Rules and Regulations of the department as they apply to physician assistants
• Shall comply with Rules and Regulations of the hospital where credentialed pertaining to Medical Records, codes/emergencies/disasters, professional and ethical standards
• Training of other students as requested

EDUCATION

• BS: Physician Assistant (Required)

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.

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)

PAY RANGE: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00