Physician Assistant - Variable Hours Officer

Columbia University Irving Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading medical center is seeking a Physician Assistant for a variable hours position, providing critical support in the Emergency Medicine Department. The role includes patient assessments, emergencies management, and a variety of clinical procedures, with a commitment to high standards of care. An accredited education and state licensure are required for the successful candidate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with four years of related experience.
• Must hold professional license in New York State and certification by NCCPA.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patients' history and perform physical exams.
• Assist in managing medical emergencies and develop care plans.
• Ensure compliance with clinical practice standards.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Emergency Care

Clinical Procedures

Patient Instruction

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program

Job description

Physician Assistant - Variable Hours Officer

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Grade 105

• Job Type: Officer of Administration
• Bargaining Unit:
• Regular/Temporary: Temporary
• End Date if Temporary: 6/30/2026
• Hours Per Week: 20
• Standard Work Schedule:
• Building:
• Salary Range: $100.00 - $125.00 / hr
  
  

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Chief Advance Practice Provider (APP), the variable-hours-officer physician assistant (per diem) will provide service to the Emergency Medicine Department at Columbia University Irving Medical Center and Allen Hospital. Schedule will be arranged by Chief Advanced Practice Practitioner and hours are not to exceed 20 hours per week.

Individual will perform a variety of functions and technical procedures necessary for admission, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up and outcome evaluation of patients and participate in performance improvement, research and educational activities. Day, evening, weeknight, weekend and holiday shifts required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patients' history, perform physical examinations, order and evaluate appropriate laboratory, radiographic and electrocardiographic studies.
• Review laboratory results and other clinical information pertinent to patient health, order appropriate tests and other ancillary services as needed, and develop care plans for patients.
• Assist in the management of medical and surgical emergencies.
• Assist the attending physician on any procedure falling within the Physician Assistant's scope of practice.
• Initiate subspecialty consultations or evaluations.
• Counsel and instruct patients and their families.
• Render appropriate care in the presence of a life-threatening emergency when a physician is unavailable and document all care rendered in accordance with ER policies and procedures.
• Ensure all medical records and notes are countersigned by attending physician.
• Upon discharge, notes discharge summaries, prescriptions and any referrals on patient charts. Informs patients of the necessary post-discharge care instructions.
• Functions within the standards of practice established by American Nurses Association Standards of Clinical Practice. Acts within the policies and procedures of the University, hospital, division, and clinical department.
• Conforms to all applicable HIPAA, billing compliance and safety guidelines.
• Will perform other duties as necessary.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires bachelor’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program or equivalent in education, plus four years of related experience.
  
  

Other Requirements

• Must possess New York State professional license; board certification by the NCCPA; NYS DEA registration, and BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification.
• Must successfully complete systems training requirements.
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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