Surgical Physician Assistant - Ithaca: Pain Management & Imaging

Top Care Health Center; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Top Care Health Center in Ithaca, NY is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant to join our surgical center. The PA will conduct evaluations, prescribe medications, order MRIs, and coordinate referrals in a multidisciplinary team.

This onsite role emphasizes patient-centered care, HIPAA-compliant documentation, and collaboration with doctors, nurses, and therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans.

Qualifications

• Active NY Physician Assistant license
• Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant studies or related field
• National certification as a Physician Assistant (e.g., NCCPA)
• Proficient in medical documentation and EHR systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial evaluations for personal injury cases and gather medical history and exam findings
• Prescribe medications including NSAIDs, muscle relaxants, and medicated patches with safe treatment plans
• Order and interpret diagnostic imaging (e.g., MRIs) to aid diagnoses
• Utilize telehealth platforms for remote patient consultations
• Facilitate referrals to specialists and physical therapists, especially in pain management
• Maintain HIPAA-compliant records using electronic health records systems
• Collaborate with doctors, nurses, and therapists to implement individualized care plans

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

EHR proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

New York PA license

Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant studies

Certified PA by a national certifying body

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Telehealth platforms

Job description

Top Care Health Center in Ithaca, NY is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant to join our surgical center. The PA will conduct evaluations, prescribe medications, order MRIs, and coordinate referrals in a multidisciplinary team.

This onsite role emphasizes patient-centered care, HIPAA-compliant documentation, and collaboration with doctors, nurses, and therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans.