Physician Assistant (PA) - job 3 of 5

As a Physician Assistant at our healthcare facility in Mount Vernon, you'll be responsible for conducting physical examinations, diagnosing and treating common illnesses, and developing treatment plans. You'll also be working alongside licensed physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure each patient receives comprehensive care. Your role includes monitoring patient progress, maintaining accurate records in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system, and educating patients about their health and treatment options.

To become a Physician Assistant with us, you need a Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program, an active PA license in New York, and certification from the NCCPA. While prior clinical experience is preferred, new graduates are also warmly welcomed to apply. You should also have current certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).

As a Physician Assistant at our facility, you can expect a competitive salary ranging from $120,000 to $150,000 per year based on your experience. In addition to this attractive salary, we offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, paid time off, and a robust continuing education support system including a $1,500 annual CME allowance.

The work schedule for a Physician Assistant in our facility is Monday to Friday, from 9 AM to 5 PM. This full-time opportunity provides a structured workday, enabling a healthy work-life balance and ensuring that you can focus on delivering top-notch patient care.

Our mentorship program pairs new Physician Assistants with a fellowship-trained therapist who will provide guidance and support as you transition into your new role. This program is designed to foster career growth and enhance your clinical skills, ensuring you feel confident and well-prepared to make a meaningful impact in patient care.

Highlight specific instances where you have diagnosed and treated patients, collaborated with healthcare teams, and managed various patient outcomes. Share examples that demonstrate your ability to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues.

Discuss your process of gathering patient history, conducting exams, and evaluating lab results. Explain how you tailor treatment plans to individual patient needs while also collaborating with supervising physicians.

Talk about your commitment to continuous education, attending workshops, or pursuing certifications. Mention the importance of reading medical journals or participating in online courses to stay informed.

Emphasize the importance of teamwork and communication with physicians, nurses, and specialists to ensure comprehensive patient care. Provide examples of successful collaborations from your prior experience.

Provide examples of your conflict resolution skills and ability to maintain professional composure under stress. Discuss how you balance empathy with delivering care in high-pressure scenarios.

Share your familiarity with Electronic Health Record systems and the importance of compliance with privacy laws. Explain your process for ensuring accurate and timely documentation.

Discuss how you tailor your communication style to match the patient's level of understanding, and the importance of involving them in their care decisions to enhance compliance and outcomes.

Describe how you prioritize tasks and manage your daily responsibilities efficiently, while ensuring that you provide high-quality patient care.

Explain your approach to monitoring patient outcomes, collecting data, and how you work with your supervising physician to modify treatment plans to optimize health outcomes.

Share your passion for patient care and mention specific aspects of our facility or team that resonate with you. Highlight how your values align with ours and your eagerness to contribute to the community.