Physician Assistant - Urology

Albany Med Health System; Town of Poestenkill (NY); On-site; USD 118,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Incentive bonus

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan (403(b))

CME allowance

Malpractice coverage

Wellness programs

Job summary

Albany Medical Center is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant to join our general urology practice. This role provides comprehensive outpatient urologic care in a collaborative, team-oriented environment at the South Clinical Campus and Niskayuna sites.

Responsibilities include evaluating patients, performing in-office procedures (testosterone and Eligard injections), managing medications, and coordinating with physicians and staff. NYS PA licensure and an accredited PA program are required.

Qualifications

• Active NYS PA license.
• Graduate of an accredited PA program.
• Experience with EMR/Epic preferred.
• Strong teamwork and communication.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage general urologic patients.
• See scheduled and same-day urgent add-ons for concerns.
• Perform in-office procedures, including injections.
• Educate patients and manage medications.
• Collaborate with attending urologists, nursing, and staff.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests; document in EHR.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

NYS PA license

PA certification

EMR Epic

HIPAA compliance

Education

PA program graduate

Master's degree in PA studies

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

The Department of Urology at Albany Medical College is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant to join our busy and collaborative general urology practice. This position offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive outpatient urologic care in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Position Highlights:

• Full-time Monday-Friday schedule

• Clinic hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

  • Upon completion of onboarding and training, four 10-hour days may be available.

• Primary sites: South Clinical Campus (Albany) and Niskayuna

• Average 18-20 patients per day once fully trained

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with a wide range of general urologic conditions

• See both scheduled patients and same-day urgent add-ons for concerns such as hematuria, urinary tract infections, elevated PSA, and kidney stones

• Perform in-office procedures, including testosterone and Eligard injections

• Conduct patient education, follow-up visits, and medication management

• Collaborate closely with attending urologists, nursing staff, and administrative support staff to ensure high-quality patient care

• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including imaging and laboratory studies

• Document patient encounters and treatment plans accurately in the electronic health record

• Participate in quality improvement and practice efficiency initiatives

Qualifications:

• License and active registration as a physician assistant in New York State

• Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program

• Familiarity working in electronic medical records. Epic experience a plus.

• Collaborate effectively across various departments to ensure cohesive, patient-centered care and a positive work environment.

• Maintain HIPAA and patient confidentiality.

This position offers the chance to build clinical expertise across the full spectrum of general urology while working within one of the region's leading academic health systems.

We offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:

• Competitive base salary range $117,766-$138,548 with additional incentive bonus opportunity

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)

• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule

• Albany Med retirement plan plus a 403(b)

• Annual CME allowance and dedicated CME time

• Occurrence-based malpractice coverage

• Employee wellness programs and mental health support

Albany Medical Center is the centerpiece of medicine, research, and medical education in New York's Capital Region and is the area's largest private employer with more than 10,000 employees.

Albany Medical Center offers excellent career opportunities in a wide range of roles in both patient care and administration. We value all our staff members and offer outstanding employee benefits including:

• Excellent health care coverage with no copay at Albany Medical Center providers

• A wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing

Anchored in the state's historic capital city, Albany Medical Center offers a full range of inpatient and outpatient care and is home to the region's largest hospital, only Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma centers, and only children's hospital. The
downtown campus also offers opportunities at Albany Medical College.

Albany Medical Center , along with Columbia Memorial Health , Glens Falls Hospital , Saratoga Hospital , and the Visiting Nurses , form the Albany Med Health System, serving more than three million people over 25 counties.

Albany Medical College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences, including women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.