Physician Assistant (PA) – Primary Care

Location: Ithaca, New York
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $130,000 Base (Open to Discussions)
Sign-On Bonus: $10,000–$20,000
Practice Setting: Outpatient Primary Care
Patient Population: Veterans

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physician Assistant (PA) to provide comprehensive primary care services to veterans in Ithaca, New York.

The Physician Assistant will evaluate, diagnose, and manage a wide range of medical conditions, develop individualized treatment plans, prescribe medications within the scope of practice, and promote preventive healthcare. The ideal candidate will have primary care or ambulatory care experience and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, physical examinations, and medical evaluations.

• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions within the scope of practice and applicable supervisory or collaborative requirements.

• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment and care plans.

• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory studies, X-rays, and electrocardiograms.

• Prescribe medications and recommend appropriate lifestyle, dietary, and preventive health measures, as authorized by applicable laws and regulations.

• Educate patients about their diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, and preventive healthcare.

• Assess mental health concerns and coordinate additional care when necessary.

• Review outside medical records and coordinate care with other healthcare providers.

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, completing medical records within 24 hours of each patient encounter.

• Collaborate with physicians, registered nurses, medical assistants, and other members of the healthcare team.

• Ensure appropriate patient follow-up, referrals, and continuity of care.

• Respond to patient requests and clinical alerts in accordance with established protocols.

• Maintain compliance with applicable clinical guidelines, regulatory requirements, and quality standards.

• Participate in patient outreach, enrollment, and retention initiatives.

• Support clinical quality improvement and operational initiatives.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.

• Current certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), as applicable.

• Current, unrestricted New York State Physician Assistant license and registration, as required.

• Minimum five years of combined approved academic training and healthcare experience, or as otherwise specified by applicable contractual requirements.

• Primary care or ambulatory care experience required; government healthcare experience preferred.

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification, if required by applicable clinical requirements.

• Current, unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration, as applicable.

• Eligibility for applicable Veterans Health Administration credentialing requirements.

• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.

• Proficiency with computers and electronic medical records.

Additional Information

This is a safety-sensitive position requiring compliance with applicable clinical, regulatory, quality, and workplace safety standards.

Equal Opportunity

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply.

Thank you for your time, and I look forward to connecting soon!

Warm regards,
Manish Parashar
Recruiter, The Provider Finder
843-984-0745
www.theproviderfinder.com
manish@theproviderfinder.com