Physician Assistant - Medical Neurology Per Diem Job Nevada Iowa USA,Healthcare

Location: Nevada

City/State:
White Plains, New York
Department: EMS Surgical PA NPs_1

Work Shift:

Day
Work Days: PER DIEM
Scheduled

Hours:

Day
Hours Per Pay Period: 0
Pay Rate/Range: $83.00-$117.00

Job Summary

The White Plains Hospital Physician Assistant is responsible for practicing medicine with physician supervision, including conducting examinations and writing prescriptions. Within the physician‑physician assistant relationship, the Physician Assistant exercises autonomy in medical decision‑making across a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services and may assume responsibilities for education, research, and administrative services.

Essential Functions

Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors.

First Assist on surgical procedures, including first and second assist on total hips and knees.

Conducts physical exams, assesses health status, orders and interprets tests, prescribes medications, and treats illnesses, including giving injections and suturing wounds. Consults with physicians as needed and refers to physicians for more complicated medical cases or cases that are not a routine part of a PA’s scope of work.

Monitors therapies and provides continuity of care.

Triages patient calls and evaluates patient problems. Responds to emergencies, including use of CPR.

Counsels patient/family on preventative health care.

Documents patient information and care in medical records in a confidential manner and may maintain departmental statistical databases for research purposes.

Demonstrates knowledge of the medical model and the roles of physicians and physician assistants. Familiar with anatomy, pharmacology, pathophysiology, clinical medicine and physical diagnosis.

Demonstrates skill in gathering and analyzing physiological, socioeconomic, and emotional patient data.

Demonstrates skill in accurately evaluating patient problems in person or via phone and providing appropriate advice, intervention, or referral.

Demonstrates ability to make responsible decisions within scope of PA practice.

Demonstrates ability to collaborate effectively with physicians on complicated cases.

Demonstrates ability to educate patients, families and staff in a user‑friendly manner.

Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree Required (MS Preferred).

One year experience as a Physician Assistant in an appropriate clinical setting Preferred.

Current White Plains Hospital Physician Assistant Collaborative Practice Agreement Required.

Demonstrates ability to act in a professional capacity and serves as a professional role model.
Demonstrates leadership skills, including collaboration and negotiation.
Demonstrates ability to communicate in a professional manner in all interactions.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Establishes two‑way communication by utilizing a variety of communication methods, actively listening to ideas and concerns and responding appropriately.
Ability to concentrate on fine details with constant interruptions.
Performs multiple duties in a high‑volume area.
Handles professional and efficient interactions with all levels of management and external constituencies.
Self‑starter, self‑motivated, and capable of working without supervision.
Flexible, organized, and able to set priorities.
Demonstrates teamwork and adaptability.
Maintains composure under stress.
Provides clear, decisive instructions to nurses and technicians.
Maintains legible and thorough documentation of patient care.
Utilizes acute visual, auditory, tactile, and olfactory senses.
Performs computer work for extensive periods of time.

Licensure and Certifications

Physician Assistant — New York State Board of Medicine (Upon Hire).

ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – American Heart Association (Upon Hire).

White Plains Hospital Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. We recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to a protected characteristic, including race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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