Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant - Yonkers, New York

Physicians? Practice Enhancement, LLC is committed to the highest level of patient, hospital and physician satisfaction. As a physician-led organization, we recognize that our success is dependent on the professional satisfaction and success of our physicians and providers.

At PPE, our family of clinical providers is the heart of our organization. PPE works with our clinical providers to identify long term professional goals and provide the necessary tools to fulfill these goals. In addition to professional development, PPE offers leadership training, especially for those seeking clinical administrative goals. We reinforce this family values and emphasis on education and training through our firm commitment to promote from within.

PPE?s diverse corporate team of clinical directors, practice managers, client services, payroll, human resources, and provider enrollment offer ?back-office? support, such as 24 / 7 scheduling services, allowing you to focus more time on patient care. Our Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant (EMPA) plays a crucial role in the healthcare system, especially in fast-paced environments like emergency departments. Here are some key aspects of their job description :

Job Responsibilities : Evaluating and Treating Patients : Assess and manage patients with emergent medical conditions, illnesses, or injuries.

Performing Examinations : Conduct comprehensive and problem-focused histories and physical examinations.

Diagnostic Procedures : Order and interpret diagnostic tests such as blood work, X-rays, and EKGs.

Therapeutic Interventions : Implement therapeutic interventions, including suturing, wound care, and administering immunizations.

Documentation : Document all patient care services and monitor patient responses to therapy.

Coordination : Communicate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate optimal patient care.

Patient Education : Provide education about treatment plans and prognosis .

Qualifications : Education : Graduate from an accredited physician assistant training program.

Certification : Certified by the National Commission on Certification for Physician Assistants (NCCPA).

Licensure : Comply with state-specific licensure and regulations.

Experience : Experience in emergency medicine or completion of an emergency medicine physician assistant residency

Skills : Clinical Decision-Making : Ability to make autonomous clinical decisions.

Communication : Strong communication skills for interacting with patients and healthcare teams.

Problem-Solving : Effective problem-solving skills to manage medical emergencies.

Teamwork : Ability to work collaboratively with supervising physicians and other healthcare professionals