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The Physician Assistant/Associate (PA) is responsible for working collaboratively with members of the critical care team in order to provide medical and surgical care to critically ill or injured patients of all ages presenting to Good Samaritan Hospital. In addition, the PA cares for a wide range of medical and surgical complications, some of which require immediate medical attention that are often serious and may be life threatening.

Responsibilities :

Works collaboratively with on-site Critical Care supervising physicians to evaluate, diagnose, and treat a broad array of acute conditions in patients of all ages. Recognizes emergency conditions in patients and communicates information to supervising physicians in a timely manner. Orders and interprets clinically appropriate tests. Performs procedures within the scope of practice and expertise as defined by the delineation of privileges, including but not limited to wound care and repair, central line placement, arterial line placement, abscess incision and drainage, injections, respiratory support, etc. Communicates diagnosis-specific education to patients and families/guardians. Coordinates inter-facility transfers for patients in need of inpatient services. Supervises medical, PA and/or NP students during clinical practice in the Intensive Care Unit. Uses an electronic medical record (EMR) to document patient encounters, places orders for patient care, and views results. Practices emergency medicine in an ethical manner consistent with contemporary, evidence-based practice guidelines. Participates in medical staff, department, and hospital affairs as applicable. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Experience:

Previous experience as a Board Certified and Licensed Physician Assistant required, although highly motivated and exceptional new graduates will be considered.

Education:

Bachelors or Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program required. Licenses /

Certifications:

Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) must be obtained prior to first day of employment and maintained throughout employment, required. Current New York State Physician Assistant license, required. Current BLS and ACLS certification is required

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Bon Secours Charity Medical Group Bon Secours Charity Medical Group, part of Bon Secours Charity Health Systems (BSCHS), a regional network of more than 120 primary care physicians and specialists from a broad array of medical specialties. BSCHS, a member of WMCHealth Network, includes Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern, NY, Bon Secours Community Hospital in Port Jervis, NY and St. Anthony Community Hospital in Warwick, NY.

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes: Health Insurance Dental Vision Retirement Savings Plan Flexible Savings Account Paid Time Off Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Contact Information Please Click Apply!