Physician Assistant - Vascular

Essen Medical Associates; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Essen Medical Associates in New York City is seeking a qualified Physician Assistant to support our vascular surgery and medicine service line. The ideal candidate will have a strong clinical background and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team to provide high-quality patient care.

The role includes responsibilities such as performing patient assessments, managing vascular conditions, and participating in quality improvement initiatives. Candidates with experience in vascular surgery or a related field are preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical assessment and patient management skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient histories, physical exams, and vascular assessments.
• Evaluate and manage patients with vascular conditions.
• Order, review, and interpret diagnostic studies.
• Assist with pre-operative and post-operative care for vascular procedures.
• Conduct hospital rounds and manage inpatient consults.
• Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with vascular surgeons.
• Provide patient education regarding disease processes.
• Document clinical encounters accurately in the EMR.
• Coordinate care with referring providers.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient management

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program

Active PA license in NY

NCCPA certification

Tools

EPIC or similar EMR

Job description

Overview

At Essen Health Care, we care for that!

As the largest privately held multispecialty medical group in the Bronx, we provide high-quality, compassionate, and accessible medical care to some of the most vulnerable and under-served residents of New York State. Guided by a Population Health model of care, Essen has five integrated clinical divisions offering urgent care, primary care, and specialty services, as well as nursing home staffing and care management. Founded in 1999, our over 20-year commitment has fueled an unwavering dedication toward innovating a better healthcare delivery system. Essen has expanded from a single primary care office to an umbrella organization offering specialties from women’s health to endocrinology, from psychiatry to a vast array of other specialties. All clinical services are offered via telehealth or in-person at over 35 medical offices and at home through the Essen House Calls program.

Essen Health Care is the place Where Care Comes Together! We are looking for the most talented and effective individuals to join our rapidly growing company. With over 1,100 employees and 400+ Practitioners, we care for over 250,000 patients annually in New York City and beyond. From medical providers to administration & operational staff, there is a career here for you. Join our team today!

Job Summary

Job Summary: We are seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) to support a growing vascular surgery and vascular medicine service line. The PA will work collaboratively with vascular surgeons and clinical staff to provide high-quality care for patients with arterial and venous disease across outpatient and procedural settings.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient histories, physical exams, and vascular assessments
• Evaluate and manage patients with vascular conditions including peripheral arterial disease (PAD), venous insufficiency, DVT, carotid artery disease, aneurysms, and chronic wounds
• Order, review, and interpret diagnostic studies (vascular ultrasound, ABI/PVR studies, CTA/MRA, labs)
• Assist with pre-operative and post-operative care for vascular procedures
• Conduct hospital rounds (if applicable) and manage inpatient consults
• Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with vascular surgeons
• Prescribe medications and adjust therapies in accordance with clinical protocols
• Provide patient education regarding disease processes, procedures, and post-treatment care
• Document clinical encounters accurately in the EMR
• Coordinate care with referring providers, imaging, wound care, and ancillary services
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and service line growth efforts

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Active PA license in NY
• NCCPA certification
• Strong clinical assessment and patient management skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Preferred

• Prior experience in vascular surgery, vascular medicine, cardiology, or general surgery
• Experience with outpatient vascular clinics and/or procedural settings
• Familiarity with EPIC or similar EMR
• BLS/ACLS certification

Equal Opportunity Employer

Essen Health care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.