Montefiore Medical Center

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

Bronx, NY 10467In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
  • Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
  • Registered as a Physician Assistant in New York State.
  • NCCPA certified.
  • At least 6 months of Physician Assistant experience required.
  • Oncology experience preferred.
  • Ability to work across multiple campuses, if necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct thorough oncology history and physical examinations.
  • Review and interpret imaging and laboratory information.
  • Manage medical complications related to advanced cancer.
  • Manage patients experiencing chemotherapy side effects and complications.
  • Administer and prescribe specialty medications.
  • Discuss patient care and progress with the medical team.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Supportive work environment focused on teamwork.
  • Potential for lateral transfers after one year of service.
  • Probationary period policies cater to new employees.
Full Job Description

City/State:

Bronx, New York

Grant Funded:

No

Department:

ONC - Practice Administration

Bargaining Unit:

1199

Work Shift:

Night

Work Days:

ALTERNATE WORK SCHEDULE

Scheduled Hours:

7 PM-7:30 AM

Scheduled Daily Hours:

11.5 HOURS

Hourly Rate:

$72.85

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.

To learn more about the “Montefiore Difference” – who we are at Montefiore and all that we have to offer our associates, please click here.  

This vacancy will be posted on internal Career Website for 5 business days. Associates are eligible to apply for a lateral transfer after completion of one (1) year of service in their present position, with the following exception: an Associate who has received a written warning is not eligible for a transfer/promotion prior to six (6) months from date of issuance; an Associate who has been suspended is not eligible for transfer/promotion prior to one (1) year from date of suspension. Part-time Associates who have completed their probationary period can move to full-time vacancies within their department provided such movement will not unreasonably reduce the operational efficiency of that department. Probationary period is three (3) months for full-time employees, and four (4) months for part-time employees who works more than 3/5 of the normal workweek. Probationary period will not apply to shift changes. We are currently seeking Physician Assistants to join our esteemed Department of Oncology. As part of our astonishing team, you will be collaborating with physician and other healthcare providers for planning, evaluation, coordination, implementation and facilitation of all facets of care for patients. Physician Assistants are expected to demonstrate advanced and diverse clinical knowledge and skills in the capacity of clinicians, educator, researcher, collaborator and patient advocate to provide both direct and indirect patient care in a semi-autonomous, self-directed role in accordance with professional standards and clinical expertise. The Physician Assistant will: Conduct thorough oncology history and physical examinations. Review and interpret imaging and laboratory information. Manage medical complications related to advanced cancer. Manage patients with chemotherapy side effects and complications. Administer and prescribe medications specialty medications. Discuss patient care and progress with medical team. Job Requirements: Bachelor's Degree required; Master's Degree preferred Graduate of an accredited Physician's Assistant program. Registered as a Physician's Assistant in New York State NCCPA certified 6 months of Physician Assistant experience required Oncology experience preferred Must be able to work across multiple campuses (Moses and Einstein), if necessary

Montefiore Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore Medical Center 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.

About Montefiore Medical Center

Montefiore Medical Center is a teaching hospital located in the Bronx, New York. The hospital was founded in 1884 and has since grown to become one of the largest healthcare systems in the state of New York. Montefiore is affiliated with the Albert Einstein College of Medicine and is known for its expertise in areas such as cardiology, neurology, and oncology. The hospital has been recognized for its commitment to patient care and has received numerous awards and accolades. Montefiore is a non-profit organization and is committed to providing care to underserved communities.
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Size
35,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1884

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