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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
Gastroenterology:
Must have an active NY State License. Must be Board Certified. Open to new grads (for Part-time applicants, must have experience in the specialty). Benefits of the Physician Assistant /Gastroenterology:
The salary for this position is $115,000 - $130,000 / yr. This is a Full-time, Part-time, or Per-Diem position (minimum of 2 days a week). Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance. Flexible Spending Account. Paid Time Off. Retirement Savings. Commuter Benefits program. Visa Sponsorship opportunities. Malpractice insurance coverage. Loan repayment. Flexible schedules. Stable Employment. Exclusive 20% Discount Tuition Reduction with local college. Responsibilities of thePhysician Assistant:
Assess patients' health and their demands and aim to fulfill them as well as possible. Issue appropriate prescriptions and administer medicine. Inform physicians about any problems or discrepancies that might arise. Acquire and review patient histories identifying abnormal conditions. Monitor patients' progress and keep records of treatments, surgeries or other medical events. Attend to emergencies. Provide help during surgeries. Prepare patients for examinations and conduct routine procedures (measure blood pressure and temperature, administer injections etc). Provide therapeutic treatments (disinfecting wounds, stitching etc.). Cultivate a climate of trust and compassion for the patients. Comply strictly with medical care regulations and safety standards. Collaborate effectively with team members of various specializations.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance