PAY RANGE: $100,000 - $120,000
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Physician Assistant (PA) is responsible for providing primary health care. He/she assumes responsibility for the continuum of care through ongoing assessment, diagnosis, and management of medical conditions under established protocols and in collaboration with a physician and other medical personnel. The scope of practice includes pediatrics, adults and geriatric medicine and prenatal patients.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assesses the physical and psychological health of patients via medical history and physical examination.
• Works with physicians and other health care professionals to determine treatment options.
• Counsels, advises, and educates patients and/or their family regarding their health, treatment options, and progress.
• Requests and evaluates diagnostic tests as medically necessary.
• Coordinates community and hospital services, making appropriate medical and/or social service referrals as necessary.
• Prescribes medications in accordance with New York State law.
• Writes clear, concise and accurate medical notes in a timely manner according to HHC protocol.
• Participates in on-site and off-site medical education initiatives for self-development and growth.
• Participates in afterhours and on-call schedule with other HHC physicians and NPs.
• Perform telehealth Home Visits for patients (with or without web enablement and/or homebound) with medical and/or dental care needs.
• Abides by policies and procedures, by-laws and principles and practices of HHC.
• Participates in Quality Assurance and Improvement Program including peer review.
• Assumes additional responsibilities and performs other duties as assigned.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person