We are seeking a Physician Assistant who specializes in cardiovascular medicine and imaging to provide medical services in collaboration with our cardiology physicians. Join us to provide top-notch care for cardiac patients including but not limited to conducting, recording and interpreting stress test results. Must possess 12 months of Nuclear Stress Testing Required.
Responsibilities:
- Obtain and document patient history as appropriate to chief complaint or reason for visit.
- Conduct relevant physical exam and evaluate patient, documenting pertinent findings.
- Provide care for adult patients who have cardiovascular complaints and conditions.
- Conduct and supervise cardiac diagnostic testing.
- Order appropriate laboratory examinations or tests; interpret results.
- Establish diagnosis of cardiovascular ailments and formulate a plan of treatment, as well as assess the patients response to therapy
- Diagnose and treat heart disease and manage chronic illness as part of a preventative maintenance program
- Enlighten patients and their families with regard to cardiovascular condition prevention and maintenance.
- Prescribe medication in accordance with New York State and federal law.
- Collaborate with other clinicians and staff members to ensure continuity of care of patients.
- Attend staff educational programs and meetings.
- Perform other job-related duties as required.
Physician Assistant:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Physician Studies but a strong preference for Master of Science degree in Physician Studies.
- Graduate of a Physician Assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA)
- Current NCCPA Board Certification from the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required but both strongly preferred
- Must possess strong communication skills both oral and written
- Comfortable with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system and Microsoft Office
Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Physician Studies but a strong preference for Master of Science degree in Physician Studies.
- Graduate of a Physician Assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA)
- Current NCCPA Board Certification from the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required but both strongly preferred
- Must possess strong communication skills both oral and written
- Comfortable with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system and Microsoft Office