Physician Assistant - Neurology/Stroke

Job description

Neurology - RGH

nFull time

nREQ_

nSUMMARY

nAs a Physician Assistant, your strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and commitment to patient-centered care will support the delivery of high-quality neurological care. In this role, you will work with patients at Rochester General Hospital and Unity Hospital, providing hospital follow-up and ongoing post-stroke care.

nSTATUS: Full Time

nLOCATION: Rochester General Hospital & Unity Hospital

nDEPARTMENT: Neurology

nSCHEDULE: Days, Monday–Friday

nHighlights/Benefits:

nnnCompetitive salary and full benefits package

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nnMalpractice with tail coverage

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nnCME funding ($1,750 annually)

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nnGenerous vacation, in addition to 5 paid days for CME

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nnRetirement and defined pension plan

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nnEstablished Neurology team with strong APP and physician collaboration

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n nATTRIBUTES

nnnExperience as a Physician Assistant is required

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nnStrong clinical judgment and attention to detail

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nnExcellent communication and interpersonal skills

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nnCompassionate, patient-focused approach

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nnAbility to work collaboratively with physicians and interdisciplinary teams

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n nRESPONSIBILITIES

nnnPatient Care. Evaluate and manage patients following hospitalization for acute stroke and other neurological conditions; obtain medical histories and perform physical examinations; assess patient progress and develop and implement treatment plans

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nnFollow-Up Care. Provide post-stroke follow-up and ongoing management, monitor response to treatment, address new or recurring symptoms, and coordinate appropriate diagnostic testing and specialty care

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nnTreatment. Prescribe medications, provide patient education, and make appropriate referrals in collaboration with the neurology team

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nnDocumentation. Maintain accurate and timely medical records, update patient charts, and complete required clinical documentation

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n nEDUCATION:

nBS: Physician Assistant (Required)

nLICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

nPA-C - Certified Physician Assistant - National Committee on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), RPA - Registered Physician Assistant - New York State Education Department (NYSED)

nPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

nM - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

nFor disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

nAny physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

nPAY RANGE:

n$100,000.00 - $150,000.00

nCITY:

nRochester

nPOSTAL CODE:

n14621

nThe listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

nRochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

nRochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.

Worksite address

rochester, NY, 14600, US

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