Certified Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant (PA-C) - Urgent Care or Emergency Medicine

Locations: Manorville and West Babylon, New York

Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Hiring Timeline: Immediate - Position to be filled within the next month

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) to join a busy urgent care practice serving patients in Manorville and West Babylon, New York. This position is exclusively for Physician Assistants. Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and candidates without direct urgent care or emergency medicine experience will not be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients presenting with acute illnesses, injuries, and other urgent medical conditions.
• Obtain accurate medical histories and perform physical examinations.
• Develop differential diagnoses and appropriate treatment plans.
• Order and interpret laboratory tests, X-rays, and other diagnostic studies.
• Prescribe medications and provide appropriate treatment within the scope of practice.
• Perform minor procedures, including suturing, wound care, incision and drainage, casting, and splinting.
• Provide clear patient education, treatment guidance, and discharge instructions.
• Maintain accurate documentation in electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, X-ray technicians, medical scribes, and other clinical staff.
• Recognize conditions requiring emergency evaluation or a higher level of care.
• Maintain high standards of patient safety, professionalism, and infection control.
• Deliver compassionate, respectful, and friendly care while managing a busy patient flow.

Required Qualifications

• Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) with current NCCPA certification.
• Active New York State Physician Assistant license.
• At least 2 years of direct experience in urgent care or emergency medicine.
• Current ACLS certification.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical setting.
• Experience with patient assessments, diagnosis, treatment planning, and medication prescribing.
• Competency in minor procedures, including suturing, wound care, and splinting.
• Ability to order and interpret basic laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A kind, friendly, compassionate, and patient-centered approach.
• Ability to work full-time at both the Manorville and West Babylon, NY, locations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement benefits
• Four weeks of PTO
• CME allowance and additional CME funding