Physician Associate - Workforce Health - MSH - Per Diem

Under the direct supervision of a physician, The (per diem) Physicians Associate provides diagnostic, therapeutic and preventive health care services. Provides a broad spectrum of comprehensive medical services, treating patients with physical ailments, which range from superficial injuries to acute medical disorders. Case mix complexity consists primarily of routine cases in a structured environment with ample supervision.

1. Assesses
patient health by interview and by obtaining and/or updating medical history.
Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records.

2. Performs
physical examinations and provides treatment and counsel. Recognizes and evaluates
patients who require the immediate attention of a physician and, when
necessary, initiates emergency medical treatment without supervision.

3. Determines
abnormal conditions by administering or ordering diagnostic tests and
laboratory studies. Follows-up on x-rays and laboratory data. Interprets
diagnostic test results.

4. Performs
therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing,
post-operative care and management of wound care and infections. Utilizes
diagnostic techniques, such as observation, palpation, percussion or
auscultation.

5. Counsels
patients regarding prescribed therapeutic regimens and health maintenance.

6. Maintains
accurate and complete patient records. Develops and implements patient
management plans, records procedure and progress notes and discharge summaries,
and assists in provision of continuity of care.

7. Maintains
a safe and clean work environment by ensuring compliance with infection-control
policies and protocols and other safety procedures and regulations.

8. Develops
and provides education related to pre and post-operative evaluation and
treatment plans.

9. Provides
oversight of all surgical cases related to scheduling and medical clearance.

10. Provides assistance to
physicians during surgery or complicated medical procedures.

11. May prescribe medication .

12. Performs other related
duties.

• Bachelors / Masters is PA program
• Prior Physician's Associate experience
• NY PA License
  
• NY PA Registration
  
• NCCPA
  
• DEA
  
• BLS
  
• ACLS
  
• NPI #
  
• Infection Control

Compensation Statement

The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $95.99 - $95.99 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.