Physician Assistant - Emergency Medicine

Job Category : Physican Assistants Requisition Number : PHYSI003245 Posted : September 21, 2026 Full-Time On-site Locations Showing 1 location Wyckoff Heights Medical Center | Main Campus New York, USA Description Wyckoff Heights Medical Center is recruiting a Physician Assistant to join its Emergency Medicine team. We are seeking a dedicated Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will have a deep knowledge of emergency medicine, able to provide high quality patient care under the supervision of a licensed physician. The Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant will be responsible for performing physical examinations, diagnosing health problems, managing chronic diseases, and providing health care education to patients. Wyckoff Heights Medical Center is a 220-bed teaching hospital located in a residential neighborhood directly on the border of northern Brooklyn and Western Queens. We serve a variety of cultural and ethnic communities. We are committed to quality and compassion in addressing the healthcare needs of urban neighborhoods. Emergency Medicine Physician Assistants are highly skilled healthcare professionals who work under the supervision of physicians in the Emergency Department. They provide a variety of diagnostic, therapeutic, preventive, and health maintenance services to patients who are critically ill or injured. Responsibilities: Evaluating and treating patients with emergent medical conditions, illnesses, or injuries Performing comprehensive and problem-focused histories and physical examinations Interpreting and correlating laboratory and diagnostic procedures Ordering and interpreting appropriate diagnostic tests, such as blood work, X-rays, or EKGs Implementing therapeutic intervention for specific conditions when necessary Performing procedures such as suturing, wound care, and administering immunizations Documenting all patient care services and monitoring patient response to therapy Communicating with other healthcare professionals, and supervising physicians, as needed to coordinate optimal patient care Providing patient education about treatment plans and prognosis Communicate effectively with the clinical team to ensure total delivery of quality care. Participate in medical staff educational programs and meetings as needed. Qualifications : Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program Seeking both experienced and newly trained providers Must possess a current, unrestricted Physician Assistant New York State license. Must possess active Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration or be eligible for registration. NCCPA certification required Must possess active Medicare/Medicaid Enrollment or be eligible to enroll. BLS or ACLS required. PALS required Infection control certification required. Must possess strong communication skills both oral and written. Ability to make decisions in high pressure situations Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task Comfortable with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system and Microsoft Office Preferred Qualifications: We offer an attractive salary, paid malpractice, generous paid time off program, CME days plus allowance, retirement benefits and a competitive benefit package. Night Shifts available. Compensation ranges from $ 130k to 170K (not including benefits). Loan forgiveness programs are available for eligible candidates. Wyckoff is committed to recruiting faculty that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. Clinical Novice Team Player Works well as a member of a group Enthusiastic Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest Dedicated Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Ability to Make an Impact Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Education Required Physician Assist or better in Physicians Assistant. Licenses & Certifications Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr