Physician Assistant

Emergency Department Physician Assistant (PA-C)

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Emergency Department Physician Assistant (PA-C) to provide comprehensive care in a rural Auburn, NY community hospital. This role offers the opportunity to practice full-scope emergency medicine, including procedural care, patient education, and care coordination, in a supportive and collaborative environment. The ideal candidate is confident, adaptable, and passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to patients of all ages in a fast-paced Emergency Department setting.

Schedule: Shifts available: 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM or 2:00 PM to 2:00 AM, 7 days per week.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Systematically gather relevant data, identify clinical signs/symptoms, and conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the patient’s health status.
• Perform and document/dictate patient health history and physical exams; maintain accurate progress notes in the EMR.
• Present pertinent clinical information to attending physicians and multidisciplinary team members.
• Formulate definitive conclusions regarding patient status and communicate recommendations to physicians.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate interventions to ensure individualized expert patient care.
• Write orders, initiate diagnostic tests, and coordinate care for acutely ill or injured patients.
• Monitor and adjust medical/nursing care based on patient progress and interdisciplinary input.
• Develop and implement patient education, rehabilitation, and discharge plans.
• Participate in patient care conferences, rounds, and multidisciplinary meetings.
• Apply knowledge of disease processes, pathophysiology, and current trends in emergency medicine.
• Demonstrate clinical expertise in executing care plans and performing procedures.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to emergencies, critical changes, or complications.
• Provide culturally competent, age-appropriate care for all patient populations.
• Perform simple laceration suturing, wound care, and splinting for fractures and minor extremity injuries.
• Demonstrate strong communication with patients, families, and healthcare team members throughout the care process.
• Incorporate new scientific findings into practice and maintain awareness of developments in emergency medicine.
• Utilize community resources, computers, and information systems effectively in patient care.

Qualifications

Licensed (or eligible) as a Physician Assistant in New York State. Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program. Emergency Medicine or Urgent Care experience preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications are preferred. Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR). Strong clinical judgment, communication, and organizational skills.

Why Join Our Team?

Gain hands-on rural emergency medicine experience across a wide range of cases. Supportive, collaborative, and experienced ED team. Flexible scheduling for work-life balance. Competitive compensation and benefits (where applicable). Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the health of a close-knit community. Competitive Compensation based on experience: $70.00/hour to $84.00/hour DOE.