Physician Assistant - NICU
New York, New York, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician Assistant
Specialty
Family Practice/Primary Care
Degree Required
MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type
Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
New York, New York, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
4/20/24
Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) is comprised of nearly 4,000 physicians and healthcare professionals who provide services to NYC Health and Hospitals , 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. EOE M/F/D/V
Responsibilities:
The NICU Physician Assistant provides primary care to neonates including premature babies who need specific care due to a diverse range of disorders and abnormalities.
Adheres and conforms to all hospital and departmental guidelines, policies and procedures.
- Taking care of the newborn in incubators.
- Responsible for giving acute medical care to these infants especially in the absence of the doctor
- Conducting lumbar punctures.
- Insertion of intravenous lines securely.
- Providing guidance and information to members of the neonatal team.
- Provides parents on the appropriate methods via which they can care for newborn babies.
- Counseling doctors and patients.
- Provides round the clock supervision and care to infants.
- All other duties as required by the department.
Qualifications:
- Master's Degree
- NYS License as a Physician Assistant
- NICU experience required
Proof of Covid-19 Vaccination required prior to hire
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