Surgical Pre-Testing - Physician Assistant - Per Diem (Clifton Springs)

Rochester Regional Health; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 121,000; Part time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health in Clifton Springs is seeking a Physician Assistant to provide pre-operative evaluations for surgical patients in an ambulatory setting within the Surgery department. You will synthesize histories, perform examinations, coordinate testing, and communicate with attending surgeons.

This per diem role offers competitive pay, opportunities for professional development, and close collaboration with the surgical team.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Compassionate, warm and patient focused.
• Able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Critical thinking, decisive judgment, and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional documentation and professional behavior.
• Experience in internal medicine, inpatient care, or perioperative/surgical care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Synthesize and interpret data to evaluate preoperative readiness.
• Provide telephone consultation, follow-up and referrals as needed.
• Refer patients to physicians or specialists when appropriate.
• Manage work-up and follow-up of in-office patients.
• Review preoperative labs and tests; report abnormal findings promptly.
• Write preoperative orders per guidelines and patient needs.
• Inform attending surgeon of issues delaying procedures.
• Maintain clinical proficiency by attending courses.
• Comply with department rules and hospital policies on records and emergencies.
• Train students as requested.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Compassionate care

Stress management

Critical thinking

Documentation skills

Professional demeanor

Patient-focused

Independent work

Experience in perioperative care

Education

BS: Physician Assistant (Required)

PA-C certification (NCCPA)

NYS licensure as RPA/Physician Assistant

Job description

Summary

Provide pre-operative evaluations for all surgical patients with acute and chronic conditions in an ambulatory setting.

Job Details

• STATUS: Per Diem
• LOCATION: Clifton Springs
• DEPARTMENT: Surgery
• SCHEDULE: As Scheduled

Attributes

• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Compassionate, warm and patient focused
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action
• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Exceptional documentation skills and professional behavior
• Experience in internal medicine, inpatient care, or perioperative/surgical care highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Synthesize and interpret history, physical examination, and diagnostic testing data to evaluate patient for preparation for upcoming procedures
• Provide telephone consultation, follow-up phone calls; assess needs and make recommendations and/or referrals as appropriate
• Refer patients to physician, and/or specialist as necessary
• Responsible for the work-up and follow up of patients seen in the office
• Checks preoperative laboratory, EKG and x-ray data; any significant abnormal finding should be addressed timely and reported to the attending surgeon when appropriate
• Writes preoperative orders according to patient needs and departmental guidelines
• Notifies attending surgeon of any issues regarding patient that potentially will delay/cancel procedure
• Maintains proficiency in field by attending courses
• Shall comply with Rules and Regulations of the department as they apply to physician assistants
• Shall comply with Rules and Regulations of the hospital where credentialed pertaining to Medical Records, codes/emergencies/disasters, professional and ethical standards
• Training of other students as requested

Education

BS: Physician Assistant (Required)

Licenses / Certifications

PA-C - Certified Physician Assistant - National Committee on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), RPA - Registered Physician Assistant - NYS Office of Professions

Physical Requirements

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

Program Specific Requirements

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Accommodations

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

Base Pay Details

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Pay Range

$75.00 - $75.00

Location Details

City: Clifton Springs

Postal Code: 14432

Equal Opportunity Statement

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.