Per Diem Physician Assoc-QHC/Day Shift-13570-005

Under the direct supervision of a physician, The (per diem) Physician’s 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.

-Job requires completion of NYS-approved program for training of physician assistant/associate studies. 

-Previous urological experience preferred, but not necessary.

-Registration with New York State as Physician Assistant/Associate. Certification with National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant/Associate. 

-High levels of analytical ability required to effectively and expeditiously diagnose and treat medical/surgical problems under the supervision of a physician.

-Interacts with various internal hospital medical, administrative and professional staff in the course of routine clinical duties. High degree of responsibility required for daily contact with patients and their families.

-Ability to work independently.