A Physician Assistant provides medical care to patients, under the supervision of a physician or surgeon. Works in all areas and specialties of medicine, and is licensed to practice medicine but has less formal certification than a physician. Performs duties delegated by a physician such as recording patient medical histories, ordering diagnostic tests, or giving immunizations. May serve as the primary healthcare provider, in consultation with a part-time physician, in communities with limited health care resources.
Overview Bassett Healthcare Network , a progressive, academic health system in central New York and a major teaching affiliate of Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the Department of Neurosurgery.
Salary Range:
$142,809•$186,000
Sign-on Bonus:
up to $75,000
Location:
Cooperstown, NY Job Description & Responsibilities Join an established group of 2 Surgeons and 2 Advanced Practice Clinicians Practice within Bassett Healthcare Network, an integrated system delivering care across an 8-county region Responsibilities include clinic where you will see new and established patients, post-op visits, telemedicine, floor management of post-op patients, and first assisting in the OR No Neurosurgery call•General Surgical call is optional The Neurosurgery team•Bassett Medical Center has a strong relationship with the University of Rochester Medical Center and Columbia University for teaching, education, and resident involvement. Previous surgical experience preferred but not essential Hours include but not limited to: Clinic hours typically run from 8:00-4:30, and OR days are variable with two-to-three occurrences per week. Requirements National Certification as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner New York medical license (or eligibility to obtain)
BLS Certification Required DEA Required Benefits Compensation Salary Range:
$142,809•$186,000 This compensation range represents Bassett Healthcare's good faith belief of the compensation range at the time of this posting or advertisement. Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.
Sign-on Bonus:
up to $75,000 Additional Benefits CME time and allowance Paid time off, including vacation, company holidays, and sick time Malpractice coverage
Comprehensive Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance Bassett provides a tax-advantaged contribution for retirement: 403(b) through Fidelity Net Benefits Supportive transition bonus of $5,000 and full onboarding program EMR•EPIC Clear leadership pathways for our Advanced Practice Clinicians Join Bassett as a Member of the Medical Staff Great focus on practitioner well-being•Bassett offers virtual scribes from day 1 and virtual coverage of in-baskets in a wide variety of services.
