Physician Assistant - Faculty Group Practice, Advanced Orthopedics Associates - Patchogue

Physician Assistant – Faculty Group Practice, Advanced Orthopedics Associates – Patchogue

Join NYU Langone Health as a Physician Assistant in the Advanced Orthopedics Associates department s role supports comprehensive medical care and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Physician Assistant. The successful candidate is responsible for the 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 the supervising physician privileged as Medical Staff of NYU Langone Health.

• Supports the mission, philosophy, standards, goals, and objectives of the institution, department, and clinical service.
• Educates patient and family 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 as outlined in the delineation of privileges.
• 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 auditory acuity to perform responsibilities. Membership in professional specialty organizations desirable.
• Previously demonstrated ability to facilitate group processes and work cohesively and collaboratively as 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 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 within the designated service.
• 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.
• Maintains 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 patient throughput and efficient process during patient admission and discharge.
• Facilitates the continuity of care across the continuum of services, e.g., home care, other facilities, appointments with MDs, etc.
• Provides consultation about the therapeutic regimen to the nursing staff responsible for the patient’s care in the hospital setting.
• Works collaboratively with the attending physician to maintain timely and appropriate communication with family members, house…