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Neurosurgery Physician Assistant (New grads considered)
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What they do
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.
$137,698 / year median in New York
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Qualifications Minimum Education:
Graduate of an Accredited P.A. Program.Minimum Experience:
Three-years in Neurosurgery, with OR, floor and office experience preferred.Required Certification/Registration:
Current Physician Assistant Licensure in New York State required. Graduate of an Accredited P.A. Program required. Current BLS Certification preferred. Current ACLS Certification required. Board Certification required. DEA registration valid and unrestricted required. Current Opioid Prescriber Training Certificate required. Current NY Infection Control Certificate required.Physical Requirements:
Standing and walking most of the shift; moving patients and equipment. Mobility required. Occasional lifts, positions, restrains, pushes and/or transfers patients. Occasional reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching.Working Conditions:
Environmental Demands and Exposure toHazards:
Works primarily inside and may occasionally work outdoors. Frequent contact with various Garnet Health staff, sales representatives, employees and community members. May be exposed to odors, chemical agents, dust, fumes, gases, sharp objects, hazardous or moving equipment, wet slippery floors, and extremes in temperature and humidity.Physical Demands:
Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks. Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate computer and office equipment. Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing and/or constant walking. Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs and push over 75 lbs. Other physical requirements include the ability to bend, kneel, crouch, twist, balance and reach above, out and below. Workplace type On-siteBenefits
- Dental Insurance