The Physician Assistant is a dependent health care provider who, working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary health team, is responsible for providing comprehensive care to patients by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care. Also responsible for hospital related duties such as assisting with surgery, Hospital rounding, and participating in on-call responsibilities. Participates in patient and family teaching. All duties and responsibilities must be accomplished with the guidelines of the established protocols and in accordance with the Physician Written Practice Agreement as required by New York State.
Responsibilities:
EDUCATION
Graduate of an approved NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and CAHEA accredited Physician Assistant training program (Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the AMA)
Valid certification by the NCCPA as developed by the National Board of Examiners
EXPERIENCE
Experience in family practice/specialty setting preferred
One year of recent experience as a Physician Assistant preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Ability to handle multiple priorities in a stressful situation
Certification in CPR and annual re-certification required
ACLS certification preferred
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is demanding and stressful at times
Visual and auditory acuity are essential
Works indoors in a well-lit, well ventilated area
May be exposed to communicable diseases
On-call coverage
Numbers & Facts
Location
Williamsville, NY
Industry
Healthcare Services
Company Size
10,000 employees or more
Year Founded
1998
Website
http://www.chsbuffalo.org
About Company
Catholic Health is dedicated to developing an exceptional workforce focused on a culture of inclusiveness and integrity that values diversity. Located in Buffalo, NY, Catholic Health is a non-profit healthcare system that provides care to Western New Yorkers across a network of hospitals, primary care centers, imaging centers, and several other community ministries. Our mission sets us apart. It's the human side of healthcare – the touch, smile or comforting word that can help make your healthcare experience better. It's treating all people with respect and dignity, and providing comfort in times of greatest need.
Skills
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)unmatched
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