Physician Assistant-Exempt

• Graduate from an Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) Program, or equivalent as approved by the New York State Education Department

• New York State License Physician Assistant

• Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS),

• New York State mandated Infection Control Course certificate

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• 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 counseling. Recognizes and evaluates patients who require the immediate attention of a physician and, when necessary, initiates emergency medical treatment.

• 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.

• Responds to consult requests as per assignment by physician

• Monitors patients on inpatient floors and submits orders as appropriate

• 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.

• Provides oversight of all surgical cases related to scheduling and medical clearance.

• Provides assistance to physicians during surgery or complicated medical procedures.

• Completes clinical office paperwork on behalf of physician i.e. disability forms, medication authorizations etc.

• Prescribes medication, communicates with pharmacies and obtains necessary authorizations

• Submits billing for services performed.

• Participates in departmental Quality Assurance projects

Spanish Speaking required. Ability to work with a number of physicians and quality team to work on Healthcare Hedis measures and patient outreach