Surgical Physician Assistant – General Surgery

Mount Sinai; New York (NY); On-site; USD 127,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Sinai Health System in New York seeks a licensed Physician Assistant to provide diagnostic, therapeutic and preventive health care under the direct supervision of a physician, delivering a broad spectrum of medical services for patients with varied conditions in a structured, supervised environment.

The role includes performing exams, ordering tests, assisting in surgery, counseling patients, and contributing to continuity of care, with emphasis on safety, documentation, and education.

Qualifications

• None but expected to have undergone clinical rotations in preparation for P.A. licensure

Responsibilities

• Assesses patient health by interview and by obtaining and/or updating medical history. Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records.
• Performs physical examinations and provides treatment and counsel. Recognizes and evaluates patients who require the immediate attention of a physician and, when necessary, initiates emergency medical treatment without supervision.
• Determines abnormal conditions by administering or ordering diagnostic tests and laboratory studies. Follows-up on x-rays and laboratory data. Interprets diagnostic test results.
• Performs therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing, post-operative care and management of wound care and infections. Utilizes diagnostic techniques, such as observation, palpation, percussion or auscultation.
• Counsels patients regarding prescribed therapeutic regimens and health maintenance.
• Maintains accurate and complete patient records. Develops and implements patient management plans, records procedure and progress notes and discharge summaries, and assists in provision of continuity of care.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment by ensuring compliance with infection-control policies and protocols and other safety procedures and regulations.
• Develops and provides education related to pre and post-operative evaluation and treatment plans.
• Provide oversight of all surgical cases related to scheduling and medical clearance
• Provides assistance to physicians during surgery or complicated medical procedures.
• May prescribe medication.
• Performs other related duties

Job description

Mount Sinai Health System in New York seeks a licensed Physician Assistant to provide diagnostic, therapeutic and preventive health care under the direct supervision of a physician, delivering a broad spectrum of medical services for patients with varied conditions in a structured, supervised environment.

The role includes performing exams, ordering tests, assisting in surgery, counseling patients, and contributing to continuity of care, with emphasis on safety, documentation, and education.