FTE Physician Assistant- Night shift
Job Category : Clinical Support
Type : Full-Time (75 biweekly hours)
Hours : 11 : 00 PM - 7 : 30 AM
Job Description :
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Physician Assistant (PA) to join our Inpatient Internal Medicine team. The PA will work collaboratively with supervising physicians and the multidisciplinary healthcare team to provide comprehensive medical care to hospitalized patients. This role involves managing a diverse patient population with acute and chronic medical conditions, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care, and contributing to efficient patient flow and positive outcomes.
Responsibilities :
- Patient Assessment & Management :
Perform comprehensive history and physical examinations on new admissions and existing patients
Formulate differential diagnoses and develop individualized patient treatment plansOrder and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory studies, imaging (X-rays, CT scans, MRIs), and other relevant investigationsPrescribe medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with established protocols and state regulationsManage a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions commonly seen in an inpatient setting (e.g., pneumonia, heart failure, COPD exacerbations, sepsis, kidney injury, diabetes)Perform minor procedures as privileged, such as venipuncture, arterial blood gas draws, nasogastric tube insertion, and basic wound careCollaboration & Communication :Collaborate closely with attending physicians, hospitalists, consulting specialists, nurses, case managers, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and integrated patient care
Communicate effectively with patients and their families, providing updates on condition, explaining treatment plans, and addressing concernsParticipate in daily rounds, multidisciplinary team meetings, and hand-off communicationsDocumentation & Compliance :Maintain accurate, timely, and complete medical records in the Electronic Health Record (EHR), including histories, physicals, progress notes, orders, and discharge summaries
Ensure compliance with all hospital policies, procedures, ethical guidelines, and regulatory requirements (e.g., CMS, Joint Commission)Discharge Planning :Assist with discharge planning, including medication reconciliation, patient education, arrangement of follow-up appointments, and coordination with post-acute care facilities or home health services
Professional Development :Engage in continuous professional development and continuing medical education (CME) to maintain licensure and stay current with best practices in internal medicine
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental projectsRequirements :
Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant programCurrent NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants) certificationCurrent, unrestricted Physician Assistant license in NY StateValid DEA registrationMinimum of 1-2 years of experience as a PA in an inpatient setting, preferably in Internal Medicine or Hospital MedicineStrong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and critical thinking skillsExcellent interpersonal, communication (written and verbal), and teamwork abilities.Ability to work autonomously under the supervision of a physician and manage a diverse patient loadProficiency in using Electronic Health Record (EHR) systemsAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic inpatient environmentQualifications
Licenses & Certifications
Required
Physician Asst
Please send resumes to
Wendi@engagestaff.com