One Brooklyn Health
Overview
The Physician Assistant performs diagnostic and therapeutic tests and performs various medical services as directed by the physician in charge. Responsibilities
Obtain patient’s medical history and perform initial or periodic physical examinations. Order lab tests and routine and diagnostic procedures required for complete evaluation of patient’s condition. Make an assessment of patient’s condition, or suggest a differential diagnosis, based on patient’s chart, results of tests, physical exam and other established medical policies and procedures. Suggest appropriate treatment of patient and assist in the management of the patient. Prescribe medications, order routine fluids, diets and similar patient care orders. (Orders must be countersigned by physician). Maintain required medical records by recording notes on tests, findings and treatment ordered in patient’s charts and evaluate patients charts (countersigned by physician). Perform laboratory procedures or procedures to implement the diagnostic assessment and management plan including; drawing blood specimens for testing, blood counts, urinalysis, bacteriologic smears, stains and culture, pulmonary function tests, catheterizations, starting IV solutions and administering medications and other routine procedures for which they have received specific supervised training and evaluation. Perform minor surgical procedures including routing suturing of lacerations, skin biopsies, incision and drainage of superficial abscess, removal of minor skin lesions, applying and removing casts and traction apparatus. Initiate consultations and monitor scheduling of patients for special tests. Counsel patients and their families with reference to preventative care, medical problems and the use of prescribed treatment and drugs. Assist in the management of medical and surgical emergencies; cardiopulmonary resuscitation, life threatening traumatic injuries, etc. (may start such management if physician is not available). Make daily rounds to observe and record pertinent progress of patients updating and summarizing charts and notifying physician of changes in patient’s conditions. Performs other duties as requested. IF ASSIGNED TO SURGERY
Obtains admission histories and performs physical examinations. Assists physician in the operating room during surgery. Assists in pre and post-operative care of patients, changing dressings, passing tubes and drawing blood. Writes admission examination, discharge and operative summaries. (Countersigned by physician) Performs other duties as requested. IF ASSIGNED TO MMTP OR DDS
Performs initial and/or annual physical examinations. Orders required lab tests, reviews results and presents them to physician for determination on admitting the patient for follow-up. Evaluates patients’ reactions to medications and refers findings to physician. Evaluates patients’ appropriateness for continued treatment according to Federal Regulations (MMTP). Evaluates patients’ need for dosage change and recommends to physician in charge. Reviews toxicology-urinalysis results and reports findings to the physician. Evaluated medical complaints and makes referral to Physician (DDS). Performs other duties as requested. IF ASSIGNED TO GASTROINTESTINAL CLINICAL LABORATORY IN MEDICINE
Performs or assists the physician in the performance of gastreon-enterological tests and procedures including esophageal testing, gastric analysis, duodenal drainage and small bowel biopsy. Obtains medical history and performs physical examination relative to required G.I. test to ensure that the test is indicated and that there is no counter-indication. Orders and administers appropriate pre-medication and necessary stimulators and inhibitors of secretion. Inserts tubes into the patient. Collects and analyzes specimens, making necessary calculations and interpretations to obtain results of tests performed. Ability to fully utilize BHMC’s electronic record systems, equipment and other healthcare and billing systems relevant to this position. Performs other duties as requested. Qualifications
Education
BS Degree in accredited Physician Assistant Program. Experience
Minimum three (3) years experience for Senior Physician Assistant (not automatic upon hire or upon attainment of 3 years of service) Knowledge and Skills
Must possess good written and interpersonal skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Licenses, Certifications
Licensed and currently registered as a Physician Assistant in New York State. Physical Requirements
Position requires prolonged periods of standing, reaching, walking throughout the working day. Position will be required to stoop, bend, lift, carry items weighing up to 75 pounds. The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and can be modified in the future. When determining a team member’s base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered (e.g., site, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. OBH is an equal opportunity employer, it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, military status, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability or handicap or other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Get notified about new Physician Assistant jobs in Brooklyn, NY.
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The Physician Assistant performs diagnostic and therapeutic tests and performs various medical services as directed by the physician in charge. Responsibilities
Obtain patient’s medical history and perform initial or periodic physical examinations. Order lab tests and routine and diagnostic procedures required for complete evaluation of patient’s condition. Make an assessment of patient’s condition, or suggest a differential diagnosis, based on patient’s chart, results of tests, physical exam and other established medical policies and procedures. Suggest appropriate treatment of patient and assist in the management of the patient. Prescribe medications, order routine fluids, diets and similar patient care orders. (Orders must be countersigned by physician). Maintain required medical records by recording notes on tests, findings and treatment ordered in patient’s charts and evaluate patients charts (countersigned by physician). Perform laboratory procedures or procedures to implement the diagnostic assessment and management plan including; drawing blood specimens for testing, blood counts, urinalysis, bacteriologic smears, stains and culture, pulmonary function tests, catheterizations, starting IV solutions and administering medications and other routine procedures for which they have received specific supervised training and evaluation. Perform minor surgical procedures including routing suturing of lacerations, skin biopsies, incision and drainage of superficial abscess, removal of minor skin lesions, applying and removing casts and traction apparatus. Initiate consultations and monitor scheduling of patients for special tests. Counsel patients and their families with reference to preventative care, medical problems and the use of prescribed treatment and drugs. Assist in the management of medical and surgical emergencies; cardiopulmonary resuscitation, life threatening traumatic injuries, etc. (may start such management if physician is not available). Make daily rounds to observe and record pertinent progress of patients updating and summarizing charts and notifying physician of changes in patient’s conditions. Performs other duties as requested. IF ASSIGNED TO SURGERY
Obtains admission histories and performs physical examinations. Assists physician in the operating room during surgery. Assists in pre and post-operative care of patients, changing dressings, passing tubes and drawing blood. Writes admission examination, discharge and operative summaries. (Countersigned by physician) Performs other duties as requested. IF ASSIGNED TO MMTP OR DDS
Performs initial and/or annual physical examinations. Orders required lab tests, reviews results and presents them to physician for determination on admitting the patient for follow-up. Evaluates patients’ reactions to medications and refers findings to physician. Evaluates patients’ appropriateness for continued treatment according to Federal Regulations (MMTP). Evaluates patients’ need for dosage change and recommends to physician in charge. Reviews toxicology-urinalysis results and reports findings to the physician. Evaluated medical complaints and makes referral to Physician (DDS). Performs other duties as requested. IF ASSIGNED TO GASTROINTESTINAL CLINICAL LABORATORY IN MEDICINE
Performs or assists the physician in the performance of gastreon-enterological tests and procedures including esophageal testing, gastric analysis, duodenal drainage and small bowel biopsy. Obtains medical history and performs physical examination relative to required G.I. test to ensure that the test is indicated and that there is no counter-indication. Orders and administers appropriate pre-medication and necessary stimulators and inhibitors of secretion. Inserts tubes into the patient. Collects and analyzes specimens, making necessary calculations and interpretations to obtain results of tests performed. Ability to fully utilize BHMC’s electronic record systems, equipment and other healthcare and billing systems relevant to this position. Performs other duties as requested. Qualifications
Education
BS Degree in accredited Physician Assistant Program. Experience
Minimum three (3) years experience for Senior Physician Assistant (not automatic upon hire or upon attainment of 3 years of service) Knowledge and Skills
Must possess good written and interpersonal skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Licenses, Certifications
Licensed and currently registered as a Physician Assistant in New York State. Physical Requirements
Position requires prolonged periods of standing, reaching, walking throughout the working day. Position will be required to stoop, bend, lift, carry items weighing up to 75 pounds. The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and can be modified in the future. When determining a team member’s base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered (e.g., site, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. OBH is an equal opportunity employer, it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, military status, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability or handicap or other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Get notified about new Physician Assistant jobs in Brooklyn, NY.
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