Physician Assistant (PA) Primary Care | Oswego, New York | $130,000+ base salary (open to discussion) |

Physician Assistant (PA) Primary Care

Location: Oswego, New York Job Type: Full-Time Salary: $130,000+ base salary (open to discussion) Sign-On Bonus: $10,000$20,000 Practice Setting: Outpatient Primary Care Patient Population: Veterans

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physician Assistant (PA) to provide comprehensive primary care services to veterans in Oswego, New York.

The Physician Assistant will evaluate, diagnose, and manage a wide range of medical conditions, develop individualized treatment plans, prescribe medications, and promote preventive healthcare under the supervision and collaboration arrangements required by applicable law and clinical protocols.

The ideal candidate will have experience in primary care or ambulatory care and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered healthcare.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, physical examinations, and medical evaluations.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions within the authorized scope of practice.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment and patient management plans.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory studies, X-rays, and electrocardiograms.
• Prescribe medications and recommend appropriate lifestyle, dietary, and preventive health measures.
• Educate patients about diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, and preventive healthcare.
• Assess mental health concerns and coordinate additional care when necessary.
• Review outside medical records and coordinate care with other healthcare providers.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, completing medical records within 24 hours of each patient encounter.
• Collaborate with physicians, registered nurses, medical assistants, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.
• Coordinate patient referrals, follow-up visits, and ongoing treatment plans.
• Respond to patient requests and clinical alerts in accordance with established protocols.
• Maintain compliance with applicable clinical guidelines, medication formularies, regulatory requirements, and quality standards.
• Participate in patient outreach, enrollment, and retention initiatives.
• Support clinical quality improvement and operational initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant Studies (BPAS) or a related field required; master's degree (MPAS) preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program, including required clinical preceptorship.
• Current certification through an applicable professional certifying organization.
• Minimum five years of combined approved academic training and healthcare experience, or as otherwise specified by applicable contractual requirements.
• Experience in primary care or ambulatory care required; government healthcare experience preferred.
• Current, unrestricted Physician Assistant license meeting New York State and applicable employment requirements.
• Eligibility for applicable Veterans Health Administration credentialing requirements.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification, if required by applicable clinical requirements.
• Current, unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration, as applicable.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Proficiency with computers and electronic medical records.

Additional Information

This is a safety-sensitive position requiring compliance with applicable clinical, regulatory, quality, and workplace safety standards.

Equal Opportunity

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply. Thank you for your time.