Surgical Pre-Testing - Physician Assistant - Per Diem; Clifton Springs

Provide pre-operative evaluations for all surgical patients with acute and chronic conditions in an ambulatory setting.

STATUS: Per Diem

LOCATION: Clifton Springs

DEPARTMENT: Surgery

SCHEDULE: As Scheduled

• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Compassionate, warm and patient focused
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action
• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Exceptional documentation skills and professional behavior
• Experience in internal medicine, inpatient care, or perioperative/surgical care highly preferred

• Synthesize and interpret history, physical examination, and diagnostic testing data to evaluate patient for preparation for upcoming procedures
• Provide telephone consultation, follow-up phone calls; assess needs and make recommendations and/or referrals as appropriate
• Refer patients to physician, and/or specialist as necessary
• Responsible for the work-up and follow up of patients seen in the office
• Checks preoperative laboratory, EKG and x-ray data; any significant abnormal finding should be addressed timely and reported to the attending surgeon when appropriate
• Writes preoperative orders according to patient needs and departmental guidelines
• Notifies attending surgeon of any issues regarding patient that potentially will delay/cancel procedure
• Maintains proficiency in field by attending courses
• Shall comply with Rules and Regulations of the department as they apply to physician assistants
• Shall comply with Rules and Regulations of the hospital where credentialed pertaining to Medical Records, codes/emergencies/disasters, professional and ethical standards
• Training of other students as requested

• BS:
  Physician Assistant (Required)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Moderate
- Clinical
- Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns.

Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

• RPA
  - Registered Physician Assistant - NYS Office of Professions
• PA-C
  - Certified Physician Assistant
  - National Committee on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)

PAY RANGE: $75.00 - $75.00