NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital at NYU Langone Health is one of the nation's leading orthopedic and rheumatologic specialty hospitals dedicated to the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal diseases. The hospital provides some of the most advanced orthopedic programs in the region for musculoskeletal disorders and the largest pediatric orthopedic program in New York City. Our expert physicians combine extensive experience and research with the latest technology for bone and joint problems that affect patients' ability to function. At NYU Langone Health, equity, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental values.
Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Physician Assistant. In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for provision, coordination, and assurance of comprehensive medical care using sound medical knowledge and pertinent standards of care, performing therapeutic, corrective, and prescriptive measures on the designated inpatient or outpatient population, and assuming delegatory responsibilities assigned by supervising physician privileged as Medical Staff of NYU Langone Health.
Job Responsibilities:
- Supports the mission, philosophy, standards, goals, and objectives of the institution, department, and clinical service.
- Educates patients and families to facilitate and promote healthy adjustment to new or changed health patterns.
- Evaluates treatment and health care plans for effectiveness and modifies per clinical standards and practice protocols.
- Performs delegated clinical duties effectively and efficiently.
- Practices as a member of the allied health staff according to the rules and regulations of the Medical Staff and bylaws.
- Prescribes medical equipment, devices, physical and occupational therapy, and home health services per practice protocol.
- Prescribes in-patient and discharge medications according to New York State law, including controlled substances with DEA authorization.
- Physical stamina, manual dexterity, visual and aural acuity to perform responsibilities.
- Membership in professional specialty organizations desirable.
- Previously demonstrated ability to facilitate group processes and work cohesively as a member of the interdisciplinary team.
- Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills, effective communication skills, creative problem solving, and excellent critical thinking skills.
- Previous experience as a physician assistant or physician assistant fellowship experience is preferred.
- At least 2 years of clinical rotation in various medical, surgical, and other specialty areas.
- Coordinates implementation of clinical research studies or clinical trials, including patient screening, enrollment, and data collection.
- Monitors and trends the cost-effectiveness of the position, particularly as it relates to the efficiency and performance indicators established for the service.
- Assists in the preparation, implementation, and evaluation of research protocols when applicable.
- Works collaboratively with nursing and other disciplines in the development and implementation of clinical studies within the area of expertise.
- Uses evidence-based health care literature to advise and support appropriate practice changes.
- Participates in the development and monitoring of patient outcomes per established practice protocols for purposes of quality and performance improvement.
- Serves as a clinical expert and resource for the education of peers and other health professionals.
- Maintains PA board certification and annual CME requirement for re-appointment and privileging.
- Maintains current expertise in area of practice.
- Promotes own professional growth and development in clinical role.
- Functions as a respectful member of the health care team.
- Participates in designated activities related to professional physician assistant practice standards.
- Demonstrates knowledge of the organization's Core Values and incorporates them into the performance of responsibilities.
- Facilitates patients' throughput and efficient process during admissions and discharges.
- Facilitates the continuity of care across the continuum of services.
- Provides consultation about the therapeutic regimen to the nursing staff responsible for the patients' care in the hospital setting.
- Works collaboratively with the attending physician to maintain timely and appropriate communication with family members, house staff, and other disciplines.
- Participates in the development and revision of interdisciplinary and hospital standards, patient and family education materials.
- Plans and organizes care to meet individual patient needs and ensure appropriate clinical resource utilization.
Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Physician Assistant Bachelor's Degree (BA-PA), Current New York State Physician Assistant License, NCCPA Board Certification, and BLS or ACLS, PALS, NRP Provider (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) NALS per delineation of privileges.
Required Licenses: Physician Assistant Lic-NYS, Ntl Com Cert Physician Asst
Preferred Qualifications:
Membership in pertinent professional organizations preferred.
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital at NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.
NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York State Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $125,840.00 - $156,340.00 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need.
