Main Function- Attends (admits, performs history and physical, writes orders) newly admitted patients to the hospitalist service.
- Communicates with attending hospitalist on duty/on call for all admitted hospitalist service patients.
- Rounds on assigned patients as directed by the attending hospitalist. Participates in the evaluation and treatment of any hospitalist patient in acute distress with acute change in status.
- Evaluates routine patient condition or requests for change in routine orders or clarification of orders.
- Initiates completion of death certificates for hospitalist's review and signature.
- Performs procedures (ie; ABG's, IV insertions, NG tube insertions) on hospitalist inpatients when assistance is requested by the nursing staff.
- Informs attending hospitalist of patient conditions requiring more in-depth review and assessments.
- Seeks guidance in situations where the course is unclear or experience is lacking.
- Maintains appropriate medical records.
- Prepares hospitalist patients for discharge and completes discharge summary.
- Assists and participates in the ongoing activities of the medical staff quality improvement program.
- Provides quality improvement data or other required documentation to designated personnel in a timely manner.
- Establishes and maintains good communication and working relationships with members of the hospitalist staff, nursing staff and other hospital departments.
- Participates in required hospital meetings as necessary and appropriate, as required by Medical Staff By Laws.
Schedule: Full Time 7am-7pm
Requirements:- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient.
- The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret each patient's requirements relative to age-specific needs and to the care needed.
Education:- Graduation from an AMA/AHO approved school as a Physician Assistant.
- Registration to practice in New York State required.
- Must be certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
Certification:- Must successfully complete the F. F. Thompson Hospital Medical Staff credentialing process with membership and privileges in the Department of Medicine (Adjunct Status).
Experience:- 1 - 2 years of experience in hospital based medicine and/or family practice, or other suitable experience, preferred.
- Demonstrates the CARES Values & Standards of Cooperation at all times.
Pay Range: $64-72/hour based on experience
