Per Diem Physician Associate-EHC-13001-029

Under the general supervision of a licensed physician, the provider evaluates and treats patients having medical and/or surgical problems, performs patient histories and physical examinations, interprets diagnostic tests, and participates in teaching and quality assurance activities. The role delivers direct patient care. Responsibilities Performs patient histories and physical examinations; orders laboratory tests and radiographic studies; performs and/or interprets laboratory and test results; initiates patient treatment. May respond to initial requests for service‑specific consultation. May initiate or participate in initial management and stabilization of patients or other medical or surgical emergencies. Writes appropriately authorized prescriptions; may prescribe controlled substances under personal active DEA license or appropriate physician counter‑signature. May perform routine or emergency procedures in accordance with the PA's clinical privileges, including, but not limited to: irrigation, debridement, and suturing/repair of wounds or incisions, insertion/removal of nasogastric tubes and indwelling urinary catheters, insertion/removal of intravenous lines peripherally or centrally, sampling of arterial blood, placement/removal of arterial lines, removal of surgical drains, placement/management of external ventricular and lumbar drains, placement/management of intracranial monitors, etc. Acts as assistant in operating areas, angiography suites, and procedural areas, as needed. May perform preoperative and postoperative evaluation and render related medical care as necessary. Confers with attending physicians, residents, nursing staff, etc., to ensure delivery of quality patient care. Confers regularly with supervising physician and/or physician assistant and co‑workers to keep them apprised of clinical developments, patient concerns, etc. May participate in special projects assigned by department attendings and help prepare and analyze QA/PI data for review. Performs other duties pursuant to clinical responsibility, such as arranging follow‑up for patients, obtaining informed consent from patients for procedures, recalling patients for further evaluation and treatment, escorting patients to other areas of the hospital, informing patients of necessary pre‑surgical and post‑discharge instructions as required, and making appropriate entries in patients charts. Completes and documents participation in continuing medical education required of physician assistants in order to meet requirements for continuing certification and licensure, including assigned lectures and conferences. Performs related duties as required professionally or at the request of the supervising physician(s), director of service, and/or supervising physician assistant. Indicates duty is “essential” as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Qualifications Completion of an NYS‑approved physician assistant training program and knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and clinical patient care, usually via a Bachelor of Science program or related degree. Certain education/training may be accepted by NYS in lieu of these requirements. Valid New York State license and registration as a Physician Assistant. Certification with the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (or equivalent organization) required. Certification may also be required with the American Heart Association or similar organization for Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS). DEA registration from the Department of Health/Bureau of Narcotic Enforcement. Current Infection Control certificate. Basic Microsoft Office Suite skills. High level of analytical ability required to diagnose and treat medical/surgical problems efficiently under the direction of the supervising physician. Ability to interact with various hospital medical, administrative, and professional staff and demonstrate professional responsibility in daily patient and family interactions. Manual dexterity and physical strength necessary for handling surgical instruments, medical equipment, and lifting and positioning patients. Equal Opportunity Employer The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws and protecting employees, patients, and the community from discrimination based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Compensation The salary range for this role is $70–$150 per hour, depending on experience, education, and operational need. The range stated does not include bonuses, incentives, differential pay, or other benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mount Sinai Health System