Physician Assistant - job 8 of 13

As a Physician Assistant with our healthcare team in Lockport, New York, you'll be responsible for conducting thorough patient assessments, diagnosing and treating acute and chronic conditions, developing personalized treatment plans, and educating patients and their families on preventive care. You’ll also be involved in ordering diagnostic tests and ensuring accurate documentation of patient records.

To be considered for the Physician Assistant position in Lockport, New York, candidates must hold a current Physician Assistant license in the state, have graduated from an ARC-PA accredited PA program, and possess NCCPA certification. Experience in primary care, family medicine, or hospital settings is also preferred.

As a Physician Assistant in Lockport, New York, you can expect a supportive and collaborative work environment. Our healthcare team values the input of all members, and we strive to create a culture that encourages professional growth and development while prioritizing the delivery of exceptional patient care.

The salary range for a Physician Assistant in our Lockport, New York facility is between $115,000 and $135,000 per year. Additionally, our compensation package includes performance-based incentives, comprehensive health coverage, and other benefits to support your overall well-being.

Physician Assistants working with our healthcare team in Lockport, New York, enjoy a range of benefits including comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, generous paid time off, flexible scheduling options, continuing education reimbursement, and opportunities for professional advancement.

When answering this question, focus on your clinical experience, highlighting your time in outpatient settings, any specialties you might have, and how your background aligns with the responsibilities of the Physician Assistant role. Be specific about your training and examples of patient cases you've managed.

To effectively answer this, discuss your strategies for maintaining composure, prioritizing tasks, and making quick, informed decisions. Share a specific example from your previous experience where you successfully navigated a high-pressure situation.

In your response, focus on your communication skills and ability to work harmoniously within a team. Provide an example that illustrates your role in collaborative patient care, emphasizing how teamwork improved patient outcomes.

For this question, highlight your understanding of the importance of accurate documentation and detail the systems or processes you use for maintaining completeness and compliance with healthcare regulations. Sharing direct experiences can reinforce your answer.

Discuss your approach to patient prioritization based on urgency and complexity of cases. Give examples of how you evaluate patient needs and delegate or refer cases as appropriate to ensure quality care for all.

In answering this, think about qualities like empathy, communication, and strong clinical skills. Expand by explaining why these qualities enhance patient care and support collaboration with healthcare teams.

Reference your commitment to lifelong learning and professional development. Mention attending workshops, reading journals, or being part of professional organizations as ways you stay informed and integrate best practices into your work.

Highlight your strategies for effective communication and education, focusing on how you assess patient understanding, breaking down complex information, and using teach-back methods to ensure comprehension.

Discuss your approach to scheduling follow-up appointments, tracking patient progress, and utilizing technology or communication tools to ensure ongoing patient support, emphasizing the importance of continuity of care.

Explain the importance of listening to patient concerns, engaging in open dialogue, and collaboratively discussing alternative options that align with the patient's preferences while ensuring they understand the clinical rationale behind your plan.