- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Master's degree program
- Current NYS licensure, Board Certified, and DEA registration
- Possess or obtain a National Provider Identifier (NPI) issued by the US Center for Medicaid and Medicare services
- Excellent verbal, writing, and interpersonal skills
- Professional demeanor and integrity
Physician Assistant - Albany, United States - Albany Medical Center
Description
We have an exciting opportunity for a PA to join our dedicated clinical team in the Neuro ICU and make a significant contribution to providing specialized quality care to our patients.
The PA works in collaboration with the Director of the Neurocritical care unit, primary nurse and other health care providers to deliver quality care to patients with neurocritical care needs.
The PA applies knowledge of anatomy, principles or theories of neurology, microbiology, physiology, psychology, human disabilities, pharmacology, gerontology, human growth and development, human developmental disease, and medical terminology as appropriate in the care setting and as appropriate for level of medical licensure.
The PA conducts patient assessments and completes physical examinations; collects clinical data including vital signs, collecting specimens, prepares patients for tests, therapy, or treatments; orders and interprets medical laboratory test results.
The PA works within a multidisciplinary team including physicians, physical and occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, and case managers. There are regular educational opportunities for the APP within the Department of Neurology and the Division of Neuro-critical Care.
Minimum Qualifications:
Please send inquiries and a C.V. to:
Panayiotis Varelas, MD
Chair, Department of Neurology
Albany Medical College