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Columbia Memorial Health
Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner: Emergency Medicine, Saratoga Springs, NY
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What they do
A Nurse Practitioner provides primary care and nursing care to patients. Performs physical exams, orders diagnostic tests, and provides medications. Works in a physician's office or other healthcare facility, under the direction of a physician. Performs work similar to that of a physician assistant but has different medical training and degree.
$131,347 / year median in New York
+24% projected growth
Job Description
Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner:
Practice Emergency Medicine in Saratoga Springs, New York! ED Professional Services - Saratoga Hospital Department of Emergency Medicine Full-Time, Varied shifts The Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (Advanced Practice Provider, APP) in Emergency Medicine or Urgent Care serves as an additional patient care provider, augmenting and extending patient services provided by the health care team. The PA/NP will work closely with members of the team and have a reasonable amount of autonomy in the care and medical decision-making for patients. Our APP's work at several locations, including the Saratoga Hospital Emergency Department, Emergent Care, and Urgent Care locations.A few highlights of responsibilities:
Assessment and management of patients, including ordering diagnostic tests, consultations, therapeutic interventions or procedures, and the implementation and evaluation of an appropriate plan of care. Provides comprehensive healthcare sensitive to the needs of the population, including assessment, diagnosing, prescribing, counselling, and referrals where appropriate enabling patient choice in provision of care, complementing roles of MD and multidisciplinary team The provider augments a physician's ability to provide medical services to patients; collect and document data, conduct diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, order and schedule laboratory studies and professional consultations and provide direct patient care services. Conduct patient assessments and complete physical examinations, collect clinical data including vital signs, collecting specimens, prepare patients for tests, therapy, or treatments, order and interpret medical laboratory test results, diagnose medical condition of patient, administer medications or treatments and perform minor surgery Completes accurate patient documentation for effective billing, maintain accurate and detailed patient medical reports Serves as a resource and team leader during clinical shifts to ensure the smooth flow of patient processing, treatment and discharge including patient triaging. Acts as resource to staff and implements educational programs, as needed. Qualifications New York State License to practice as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner by the time of credentialing. Maintains current level of knowledge relative to professional practice. Maintains all required professional documentation, such as license, certifications, infection control, ACLS/BLS, DEA as well as system requirements 1-2+ years of acute care/emergency medicine experience required. Why Saratoga Hospital- A caring, community-focused culture rooted in teamwork and trust
- Supportive leadership that invests in your development and well-being
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and wellness programs.
- Opportunities with Saratoga Hospital Medical Group to grow within the Albany Med Health System
- Located in beautiful Saratoga Springs, known for its vibrant community, outdoor recreation, and cultural attractions Our Commitment We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to apply.
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APP Pay Range:
$70 - $80/hr. Compensation may vary based upon, but not limited to: overall experience and qualifications, shift, and location. In addition to base compensation, the total compensation package also includes participation in an incentive program.Benefits
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health and Wellness Programs