Physician Assistant - Emergency Medicine

Overview

Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) is one of the largest multi-disciplinary groups in the country whose main purpose is to nurture and embolden the healthcare providers who take care of the most fragile and vulnerable patients in New York City. PAGNY people do more than diagnose and treat; we uplift the spirits and dignity of patients because we love what we do, and it shows. PAGNY is committed to recruiting and retaining productive and enthusiastic physicians and promotes our health professionals’ wellness. 

PAGNY is comprised of over 4,000 physicians and healthcare professionals who provide services to NYC Health Hospitals (H H), the largest public health system in the United States.  Our practitioners are highly skilled professionals with outstanding credentials who deliver the highest level of quality healthcare to patients throughout New York City.    

NYC Health Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health (formerly Coney Island Hospital), located in Southern Brooklyn, accommodates more than 250,000 outpatient visits, more than 89,000 emergency room visits, and with 371 beds, more than 15,000 inpatient admissions annually. The hospital maintains a strong academic affiliation with SUNY Downstate Medical Center and New York College of Osteopathic Medicine in order to maintain its high standards of healthcare delivery. 

PAGNY has a strong commitment to the principles of diversity and, in that spirit, actively encourages applications from groups underrepresented in healthcare. 

Responsibilities

We are currently accepting applications or a full-time Physician Assistant to work in our Emergency Medicine Department.

Flexible schedule-Dedicated hours with flexibility for coverage - New Grads Welcome!

Responsibilities Include:

• Performing history and physical examinations
• Ordering diagnostic tests based on assessments
• Developing treatment plans, Prescribing drugs and other therapies as needed
• Making referrals as necessary
• Consulting with supervising medical provider when appropriate
• Counseling patients and families regarding care
• Reviewing and responding to referrals from within and outside the clinic
• Maintaining patient confidentiality
• Precept and evaluate physician assistant students rotating through the Emergency Department.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program
• BLS/ACLS certification
• NYS License Required
• NCCPA Certification Required
• Cultural sensitivity to a diverse and under-served patient population
• Must have proven ability to work in a team environment
• Proof of COVID 19 Vaccine

Benefits include: 

• Competitive compensation package

• 10% 401K company contribution after one year of service

• Choice of a three-tiered nearly FREE medical plan

• Excellent dental insurance including orthodontics coverage

• Generous paid time off program

• CME days and dollars

• Eligibility for loan forgiveness through the National Student Debt Forgiveness Center

• Medical Malpractice policy coverage

• Salary Amount: $120,000 -$163,000

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V