What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner Position in Emergency Care position at Albany Medical Center?
Albany Medical Center is seeking a skilled physician assistant or nurse practitioner to join our urgent care team in Schenectady, NY.
About the Role
This per diem position requires 18 hours of work per month and offers opportunities for growth within our organization. As an ideal candidate, you will be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment, working both independently and as part of a team.
Primary Responsibilities
- Conduct patient assessments and complete physical examinations
- Collect clinical data such as vitals, specimens, and point-of-care testing
- Conduct occupational medicine assessments
- Complete accurate patient coding
- Maintain detailed patient medical reports
- Serve as on-site leader for clinical staff
Requirements
- Registered Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner with valid New York license and registration
- Valid and current DEA certification
Education Requirements
- Graduate of an approved Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Program
- NCCPA Registration
- Applicable state licensure as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
Experience
- Minimum 2 years' experience in emergency room or urgent care setting; critical care experience preferred
- Well-developed interpersonal skills and critical judgment
- Able to respond to emergencies calmly and reasonabally
- Use of scientific process and national standards of care for managing patient care
- Able to quickly master computerized medical recordkeeping and billing system
- Must project professional image and earn confidence of others
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Experience dealing professionally with public required
- Must be HIPAA compliant
Benefits
- Paid hands-on training
- Opportunities for growth within Albany Medical Center family
- Located on main public transportation lines
- Occurrence-Based Malpractice Insurance
