Physicians Assistant Per Diem - Orthopedic Surgery

City/State: Nyack, New York Department: Nursing Administration_5 Work Shift: Day Work Days: DAYS VARY Scheduled Hours: Hours Vary Scheduled Daily Hours: 8 HOURS Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 Hourly Rate/Range: 0 For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.

Under the general supervision of a Physician, the Physician Assistant will be assisting in surgeries and other invasive procedures; rounding on admitted patients; writing orders, notes and consults on surgical patients, counsel patients and families, and other patient care duties; managing all aspects of in-patient medical care.

Physician Assistants exercise autonomy in medical decision making and broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services. The Physician Assistant will work closely with the appropriate surgeon(s) to deliver high quality care in a safe and meaningful manner. Essential Job Qualifications Education: A bachelor’s degree required.

Must also be a graduate of a Physician Assistant Program. Experience: Two to three years’ experience working as a Physician Assistant Training/Certification: A certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) is required. ACLS required. If prescribing medication is included in the clinical duties and privileges, DEA Controlled Substance Registration is required .

Licensure: NYS Licensed as a Physician Assistant Other: . Experience in EPIC preferred. Must have the ability to communicate verbally with patients, relatives, attending physicians, nurses and other hospital personnel. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Understands and adheres to Montefiore Nyack Hospital’s performance standards, policies & Behaviors.

Ability to assist in surgical procedures. Rounds, writes orders, notes and consults on surgical patients. Must possess excellent organizational, written and verbal skills. Delivers high quality care with collaboration of multiple disciplines including but not limited to, surgeons, hospitals, nursing, respiratory, physical therapy, wound care nutrition and care management.

Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively and to educate patients, families and staff in a user-friendly manner. Demonstrates ability to demonstrate hand-eye coordination, full range of motion and manual dexterity. Conducts physical exams, assesses health status, orders and interprets tests, prescribes medication and extreme illnesses.

Consult with physicians as needed and refers to physician for more complicated medical cases or cases that are not a routing part of the PAs scope of practice. Attend multidisciplinary rounds. Documents patient information and care in the medical record, in a confidential manner, and may maintain departmental statistical database for research and quality purposes.

Must be able to handle multiple tasks, assignments, and deadlines simultaneously. Documents patient information and care in the medical record, in a confidential manner, and may maintain departmental statistical database for research and quality purposes. Must possess problem solving skills and abilities. Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Must have exemplary customer service skills and train and manage staff to possess those skills. Must have basic knowledge of computers and able to implement an electronic health record, when available. Personal and Professional Attributes Ability to manage and work well with patients, co-workers, and management in a positive and cooperative manner.

Must be detailed oriented Must be flexible with working hours to accommodate the needs of the facility, physicians and management. Qualitative and Quantitative performance standards All staff management decisions must be made without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, handicap or veteran status.

Must be multitasking and be able to set priorities to complete assignments within a specified time-frame. Part I: Hospital-Wide Standards A. Organizational: Demonstrates adherence to Montefiore Nyack Hospital “We Care” standards. WORKING TOGETHER “I will commit to work together in a courteous, respectful manner. I will demonstrate a positive spirit of service with all employees with whom I interact.

” Place team success above individual recognition. Be receptive to new ideas and approaches within my workplace. Offer assistance generously without hesitation. EMPOWERMENT “I will be accountable, responsible, and self-directed in all aspects of my work at all times.” See projects through to ensure completion. Problem solve with patients, family members, and other employees.

Follow up to ensure a resolution. COMMUNICATION “I will demonstrate positive communication in a clear, courteous and appropriate manner at all times.” Answer the phone within three rings if possible and identify myself, my department, and ask, “How may I help you”? Use effective verbal and written communication to patients, families, visitors, using the principles of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank You) Use positive communication in my tone of voice, body language, and choice of words.

Respond to e-mails in a courteous manner, with-in twenty-four hours. APPEARANCE “I will dress in a manner that reflects a professional and positive image of the hospital at all times” Maintain a clean, neat, and professional appearance which adheres to hospital dress code policy. Promote and adhere to Nyack Hospital's guidelines regarding a safe and clean work environment for employees, patients, families and visitors.

RESPONSIVENESS “I will demonstrate the ability to provide timely feedback and communication to patients, visitors, and coworkers.” Respond to patient call lights and ask if I can assist. (No Pass Zone). Respond empathetically. Apologize for delays and concerns. EXCELLENCE IN SERVICE “I will strive to ‘do my best everyday’ in exceeding customer expectations.

” Anticipate and address my patients’, families and visitors needs. Avoid negativity and exhibit a “can-do” attitude. “Manage up” fellow employees, physicians, departments, and the organization, to increase patient confidence both internally and in the community. Exit elevators to accommodate our patients’ first. Acknowledge people in the hallway by smiling and making eye contact.

Help lost guests and new employees by escorting them to their destination. Montefiore Nyack Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore Nyack Hospital will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.