Weekend Acute Care Surgery PA – Inpatient & ICU Coverage

Albany Med Health System; Town of Chatham (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Comprehensive health insurance

Generous paid time off

Albany Med retirement plan + 403(b)

Annual CME allowance

Malpractice coverage

Wellness programs

Job summary

Albany Med Health System seeks a Physician Assistant to provide weekend coverage for the Acute Care Surgery and Critical Care team in New York. The role focuses on inpatient care for surgical service and ICU patients, with 12-hour shifts on Fri–Sun and involvement with residents and attending surgeons.

The PA will perform rounds, assist in the operating room, coordinate admissions and discharges, and document encounters in the EMR while supporting education, research, and quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current NYS licensure and national certification (NCCPA).
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• Willing to audit or ATLS certified.
• 1-2 years of experience preferred; experience in emergency, trauma, or acute surgical care is a plus.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.
• Strong communication and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform inpatient rounds and contribute to clinical decision-making.
• Coordinate admissions and transfers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
• Document all patient encounters accurately and timely in the EMR.
• Provide first or second assist in the operating room
• Coordinate patient discharges and ensure follow-up care is arranged
• Respond to Emergency Department ACS&CC consults and provide timely evaluations
• Collaborate with attending surgeons, residents, nursing staff, and other departments.
• Support trauma and acute care protocols during high-acuity situations.
• Participate in weekend hand-offs and care coordination meetings as needed.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and team members
• Effectively partner with other members of the ACS & CC team (surgeons, APP, residents, medical students)
• Support the mission of education, research and quality

Skills

Communication skills

Decision-making

Independent work

Fast-paced environment

Education

Master's degree in Physician Assistant

Job description

Albany Med Health System seeks a Physician Assistant to provide weekend coverage for the Acute Care Surgery and Critical Care team in New York. The role focuses on inpatient care for surgical service and ICU patients, with 12-hour shifts on Fri–Sun and involvement with residents and attending surgeons.

The PA will perform rounds, assist in the operating room, coordinate admissions and discharges, and document encounters in the EMR while supporting education, research, and quality initiatives.