A Surgical Physician Assistant provides medical care to patients, under the supervision of a physician or surgeon. Works in surgical operating rooms and surgery departments, 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.
Syracuse Nurse Practitioners & Physician Assistants Full-time Opening on: Sep 4 2026 APS Inpatient State of New York TH Nurse Practitioner, NSSL4 90949 UUP (State University Professional Services Unit) Add to favorites
Job Summary:
SUNY Upstate Medical University is seeking highly skilled and motivated Advanced Practice Providers to join Upstate's Oncology Consult Team. Position is based in a Level I Trauma Center that provides Critical Care and services to patients across a 17+ County Region. Scheduling is determined based on operational needs. Upstate operates 24 hours a day/Seven days a week , providing continuous care to our region.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct specialty consults and follow up visits at Upstate University Hospital Downtown campus, providing education to and interfacing with primary teams, patients, and families. Assess and evaluate patients, order and interpret laboratory tests & diagnostic studies, and arrange referrals, consultations, and therapeutic services. Build and maintain strong relationships with patients, families, referring physicians, and all members of the health care team. As an APP , you will be an integral member of the healthcare team, demonstrating professionalism, leadership, and a commitment to Upstate's mission, vision, and values, while adhering to all institutional policies and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's Degree as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (or graduated from an accredited PA program) or will be eligible by time of appointment. NYS Licensed/Registered NP or PA. Current National Certification consistent to the clinical practice. Have a NPI number and be Medicare enrolled with a Medicare Identification Number (or PTAN) (or eligible for Medicare Enrollment within 6 months of hire. Must successfully pass pre-employment and credentialing clearances.
Preferred Qualifications:
1-2 years Oncology APP experience 1-2 years Inpatient APP experience
Work Days:
Monday - Friday/ Days, with possible Weekend and Holiday rotation. Scheduling is based on operational needs. Message to
Applicants:
In return for your dedication and commitment to provide outstanding care you'll receive: Generous paid time off program that includes vacation, holidays, and sick days. Choice of several outstanding health insurance benefits and Well-being plans that include Student Loan Relief Services, Tuition Assistance, Adoption Assistance and an Employee Assistance Program. Retirement options with employer contributions, plus additional voluntary retirement savings plans.
Recruitment Office:
Human Resources We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law.
