Physician Assistant - OB/GYN (Sunset Park)

Position Summary We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Physician Assistant - OB/GYN (Sunset Park). The Physician Assistant will provide care to patients in the Department and in the subspecialties as needed. The Physician Assistant will follow established standards, procedures, and practices, and give specific patient care directions to nursing and other staff. Job Responsibilities Practice within the scope of delineated privileges. Provide direct care to individuals and families consistent with the philosophy of NYU Langone Health-Brooklyn and the departmental/institutional goals, including safety, well‑being of patients and visitors, and maintenance of patient rights and confidentiality. Provide diagnostic and assessment services to patients using a problem‑solving approach: obtain a detailed history and perform physical examinations on assigned patients. Take into consideration the age, growth and developmental stage of the patient when assessment, treatment and/or care is being rendered. Write appropriate orders, including those for narcotics, stimulants and depressant drugs after consulting with a physician. Implement a therapeutic regime or protocol appropriate for the diagnosis in accordance with institutional protocols and after consultation with the attending physician; monitor the patient's response to therapeutic regime; notify the attending physician of changes in the patient's condition. Consult specialists and/or medical preceptor for complex patient care situations. Document all patient encounters including assessment and progress notes, treatment rendered, patient teaching, and follow‑up referral. Maintain required unit records, reports, and statistics necessary for administrative purposes and reimbursement, including discharge summaries. Evaluate and manage critical care patients. Perform emergency life‑saving procedures in the absence of a physician. Participate in rounds with attending staff and/or housestaff on assigned patients. Collaboratively work with other healthcare professionals and families of patients in the physical and emotional transitions of admissions, care, and discharge. Provide preventive health services including counseling and teaching in health maintenance and problem‑related areas. Participate in activities relating to quality improvement as needed. Participate in committees as appropriate. Attend all scheduled departmental meetings/conferences. May need to be on call during non‑working hours to assist attendings in urgent or emergent situations or procedures. Direct, instruct and evaluate activities of P.A. and medical students as appropriate. Participate in activities fostering professional growth and maintenance of certification. Minimum Qualifications To qualify you must have a bachelor's or master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program and 0–1 years of relevant experience. You must be currently licensed as a Physician Assistant in the State of New York, hold Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association, and have a DEA certificate. Preferred Qualifications Advanced Life Support certification (ACLS, PALS) through the American Heart Association or Neonatal Resuscitation certification (NRP) through the American Academy of Pediatrics may be required. One year of OB/GYN experience is highly preferred. Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online. The salary range for the role is $155,049.60 – $155,049.60 annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range does not include bonuses, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr