Physician Assistant – Malignant Hematology/Oncology

SUMMARY As a Physician Assistant, your superior interpersonal and empathetic skills, as well as your comprehension of diagnostic procedures greatly assists in managing and delivering quality treatment plans. The PA in this role will work both inpatient and outpatient for the malignant hematology group. STATUS: Full Time DEPARTMENT: Hematology/Oncology LOCATION: Rochester General Hospital SCHEDULE: Days (Monday-Friday) ATTRIBUTES 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 RESPONSIBILITIES Outpatient Care.

Evaluate and manage patients with malignant hematology and oncology diagnoses in the outpatient setting. Inpatient Care. Provide inpatient care and treatment planning for malignant hematology patients, including patients with advanced BiTE therapy needs. Patient Care. Take complex medical histories on patients referred for consultation by academic and community physicians; perform physical examinations; order laboratory tests, X-rays, special imaging studies and other diagnostic procedures.

Management & Development. Reach tentative diagnoses of medical, surgical and other conditions; develop treatment plans in conjunction with the attending physician to provide optimal patient medical management; order consultations and interact with members of other specialty medical teams; assist in the collection of data for research projects.

Patient Satisfaction. Interact regularly with patients, family members, medical/social/public service support, regulatory agencies and/or payor agencies. Provide education, counseling, problem-solving and support with empathy and understanding.

EDUCATION

BS: Physician Assistant (Required) LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: PA-C

• Certified Physician Assistant
• National Committee on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), RPA
• Registered Physician Assistant
• NYS Office of Professions 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. For 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. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE

$100,000.00 - $150,000.00 CITY: Rochester POSTAL CODE: 14621 The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Rochester 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.