Seeking a Locums Site Physician Assistant (PA) whowill oversee and provide high-quality medical care to patients at DiagnosticTreatment Centers (DTCs). This role ensures comprehensive management of patientcare, supports interdisciplinary teams, and helps improve quality,cost-effectiveness, and utilization of services.
This position will be predominately field work (home visits) with some potential coverage in clinic as needed.
Compensation: $72 - $84Per Hour
Schedule:
FT or PT (3 Days/week)
Monday - Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Temp to Perm
Key Responsibilities:
- Direct and manage medical care and treatment plans for site patients, ensuring excellent clinical oversight
- Serve as the primary care provider for a caseload of patients within the Diagnostic and Treatment Center
- Support the medical needs of all site patients, including primary care and community-based members
- Participate actively in multidisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, hospitalization reviews, and family/team consultations
- Maintain a strong medical presence during patient care initiation events
- Identify and implement improvements in care quality, cost control, and utilization efficiency
- Contribute to Utilization Review processes for medical services provided by the IDT/DTC
Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
- Residency in Internal Medicine or Family Practice required
- Fellowship, diploma, or experience in geriatrics and palliative care preferred
- Board certified in Internal Medicine or Family Practice
- Minimum one (1) year experience working with frail or elderly populations, or willingness to complete required training upon hire
- Current, active, and unrestricted New York State Physician Assistant License
- Current NY DEA registration
- NCCPA Board Certification
- Current BLS Certification
- No history of malpractice or license loss at the Diagnostic Treatment Center
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
The Bronx, one of NYC's most vibrant andculturally rich boroughs, is home to historic landmarks, beautiful green spaceslike the New York Botanical Garden and Bronx Zoo, and a diverse communitydeeply rooted in tradition and care. The borough offers a strong healthcareinfrastructure and a growing population of seniors who benefit fromhigh-quality, community-based care like PACE.