Physician Assistant- Urology

Position: Physician Assistant- Urology

Location: 50 Eastdale Ave, Poughkeepsie, NY, 12603

Division: Clinical Operations

Department: Urology

Classification: Full Time, Exempt (Salaried)

Reports to: Practice Manager/Director or Clinical Supervisor

Shift/Core Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 AM-5:00 PM

About Premier Medical Group:

Premier Medical Group of the Hudson Valley is a multi-specialty physician practice with over 20 locations throughout the Hudson Valley region. We are committed to providing comprehensive, patient-centered care that integrates clinical excellence, advanced technologies, and a collaborative team environment. Our mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate medical care while supporting the health and well-being of our communities.

Summary / Primary Role: The Physician Assistant provides comprehensive, high-quality patient care in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare professionals. Responsibilities include conducting patient assessments, performing hospital rounds, evaluating and managing medical conditions, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, developing treatment plans, prescribing appropriate therapies, and coordinating patient care, including referrals and discharge planning. The Physician Assistant maintains accurate and timely electronic medical record documentation, promotes patient education and safety, and contributes to quality improvement initiatives while ensuring compassionate, patient-centered care.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

(Management may amend or assign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time)

• Works in collaboration with physicians and other health care providers to provide health care across the continuum of care to assigned patients.
• Performs hospital rounds of new consults and follow-up patients and assists in discharge of patients.
• Obtains patient medical, physical and psycho-social history and performs comprehensive health assessment including physical exam, based on age and history.
• Conducts non-invasive preventive screening procedures based on age and history.
• Identifies medical and health risks and needs. Updates and records changes in health status in EMR.
• Formulates the appropriate differential diagnosis based on history, physical examination and clinical findings.
• Orders and interprets appropriate diagnostic tests and laboratory studies within protocol guidelines.
• Develops and provides a relevant patient education plan.
• Prescribes and administers appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies.
• Makes appropriate referrals to other health professionals and community agencies.
• Determines the effectiveness of the plan of care through documentation of client care outcomes.
• Reassesses and modifies the treatment plan as necessary to achieve medical and health goals
• Completes all documentation in EMR in a timely fashion. Codes patient visits accurately and appropriately.
• Participates in quality assurance review on a periodic basis, including systematic review of records and treatment plans.
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity.
• Consults other departments, as needed and as appropriate, to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient's needs.

Education & Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program; NYS licensed
• 1 - 5 years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrates an ability to utilize advanced health assessment and decision-making skills.
• Utilizes initiative; strives to maintain steady level of productivity; a self-starter; compatible and supportive; a team player.
• Maintains a good working relationship and effective communication both within the department and with other departments for the benefit of the patient.
• Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.
• Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
• Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.
• Attends outside clinical updates as required and attends annual review and department in-services as scheduled.
• Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have formal supervisory responsibility. The Physician Assistant provides clinical guidance to support staff in connection with patient care.

Expected Hours of Work

The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., averaging forty (40) hours per week. Additional hours may be required based on clinical and operational needs. This exempt position is not eligible for overtime compensation. The thirty (30) hour threshold for full-time benefits eligibility under the Practice's benefits plan does not change the position's work expectations. The base annual salary range is $120,000 to $150,000, a good faith estimate at the time of advertisement, subject to future modification. Compensation considers location, specialty, relevant experience, education, credentials, and internal equity. Premier Medical Group offers a comprehensive benefits package

Travel Requirements

Local travel to assigned practice offices and affiliated hospitals may be required for patient care, rounds, meetings, and training.

Work Environment

Work occurs in outpatient offices and hospitals, with direct patient contact and potential exposure to infectious materials and clinical hazards. Follow required personal protective equipment, safety, and infection prevention practices.

Physical Demands

Essential functions require standing, walking, sitting, using computers and clinical equipment, examining patients, and communicating clinical information, with or without reasonable accommodation. Bending, reaching, and assisting with patient positioning or mobility may be required using appropriate equipment and assistance. This is a safety sensitive position.

Additional Information

This job description provides a general overview of the expectations and basic duties of the job and is not a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities. Premier Medical Group will assign additional duties and tasks that it deems necessary to meet the requirements of the position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This is an onsite role based in the Hudson Valley, NY. No relocation allowance will be considered unless specifically addressed. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Premier Medical Group does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

Pay Range: $120,000 - $150,000 per year