Physician Assistant - Inpatient OB​/GYN - Manhattan - Rotations

Overview

Job

NYU Langone Health is a fully integrated health system that delivers high quality patient care across multiple locations, with a broad range of services and substantial research activity.

Physician Assistant - Inpatient OB/GYN - Manhattan - 11.5 hour Rotations.

• Supports the mission, philosophy, standards, goals and objectives of the institution, department and clinical service.
• Educates patient and family to facilitate and promote healthy adjustment to new or changed health patterns.
• Evaluates treatment and health care plans for effectiveness and modifies per clinical standards and practice protocols.
• Performs delegated clinical duties effectively and efficiently.
• Practices as a member of the allied health staff according to the rules and regulations of the Medical Staff and bylaws as outlined in the delineation of privileges.
• Prescribes medical equipment, devices, physical and occupational therapy, and home health services per practice protocol.
• Prescribes in-patient and discharge medications according to New York State law, including controlled substances with DEA authorization.
• Maintains physical stamina, manual dexterity, visual and aural acuity to perform responsibilities. Membership in professional specialty organizations desirable.
• Facilitates group processes and collaborates as a member of the interdisciplinary team.
• Exhibits excellent interpersonal, communication, problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Has prior experience as a physician assistant or physician assistant fellowship experience preferred.
• At least 2 years of clinical rotation in various medical, surgical and other specialty areas.
• Coordinates implementation of clinical research studies or clinical trials, including patient screening, enrollment and data collection.
• Monitors cost effectiveness of the position related to efficiency and performance indicators for the service.
• Assists in the preparation, implementation, and evaluation of research protocols when applicable.
• Works collaboratively with nursing and other disciplines in the development and implementation of clinical studies within area of expertise.
• Uses evidence-based health care literature to advise and support appropriate practice changes.
• Participates in the development and monitoring of patient outcomes per established practice protocols for quality and performance improvement.
• Serves as a clinical expert and resource for the education of peers and other health professionals.
• Maintains PA board certification and CME requirements for re-appointment and privileging.
• Maintains current expertise in area of practice and promotes professional growth and development.
• Functions as a respectful member of the health care team and participates in designated activities related to professional physician assistant practice standards.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the organization’s Core Values and applies them in responsibilities.
• Facilitates patient throughput and efficient process during admission and discharge; ensures continuity of care across the continuum of services.
• Provides consultation about the therapeutic regimen to the nursing staff responsible for patient care in the hospital setting.
• Collaborates with the attending physician to maintain timely and appropriate communication with family, house staff, other disciplines and ancillary services.
• Participates in the development and revision of interdisciplinary and hospital standards, patient and family education materials as relevant to area of practice.
• Works with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement the therapeutic plan of care for a group of patients and ensures communication with family members.
• Plans and organizes care to meet individual patient needs and ensure appropriate clinical resource utilization per protocols and pathways.

• Physician Assistants at the Helen L. & Martin S. Kimmel Hyperbaric and Advanced Wound Healing Center will have additional duties as outlined in the policy for the Hyperbaric Center.

• Physician Assistant Bachelor's Degree (BA-PA).
• Current New York State Physician Assistant License.
• NCCPA Board Certification.
• Basic Life Support Certification through the American Heart Association.

• Physician Assistant Lic-NYS
• Ntl Com Cert Physician Asst
• Basic Life Support Cert

• Advanced Life Support certification (ACLS, PALS) through the American Heart Association or Neonatal Resuscitation certification (NRP) may be required based on privileges.
• Membership in pertinent professional organizations preferred.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Health provides its staff with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package and related resources. The package supports career development, family needs, retirement planning, financial security, generous time off, and employee resources groups. It also includes a holistic wellness…