Physician Assistant

Job Type: Full Time |

Job Location:

New Hartford, NY | Job Level: Professional

Job Type: Full Time

Job Location:

New Hartford, NY
Job Level: Professional

The Physician Assistant will provide healthcare services typically performed by a physician, under the supervision of a physician. Responsibilities include conducting physical exams, diagnosing and treating illnesses, ordering and interpreting tests, and counseling on preventive healthcare. The Physician Assistant will also assist in surgery and prescribe medications.

• Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies
• Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
• State licensure as a Physician Assistant in New York
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a healthcare team environment

Medicine and Dentistry:Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive healthcare measures.

Biology:Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.

Psychology:Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.

English Language:Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Active Listening
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Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Critical Thinking
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Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems

Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

Speaking
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Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Writing
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Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Service Orientation
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Actively looking for ways to help people.

Social Perceptiveness
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Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

Complex Problem Solving
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Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Operation Monitoring
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Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

Quality Control Analysis
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Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

Judgment and Decision Making
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Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Time Management
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Managing one's own time and the time of others.

• Conduct physical exams and record patient medical histories.
• Diagnose and treat illnesses, injuries, and conditions.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests such as X-rays and blood tests.
• Prescribe medications and provide patient education on preventive healthcare.
• Assist in surgical procedures and provide post-operative care.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop treatment plans.
• Counsel patients on health maintenance and disease prevention.

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