Physician Assistant - Allergy
Company: Summit Health Medical Group
Location: White Plains
Posted on: October 19, 2024
Job Description:
About Our CompanyWe're a physician-led, patient-centric network
committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected
kind of care.Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers
serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients'
homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies
Village Medical , Village Medical at Home , Summit Health , CityMD
, and Starling Physicians .When you join our team, you become part
of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to
make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care
and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and
staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to
high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes
at a reduced total cost of care.Job DescriptionWestmed Medical
Group, a Summit Health Company, is currently recruiting for a full
time Physician Assistant for our Allergy team. This position is in
our White Plains & Rye, NY locations.The physician assistant (PA)
is responsible for providing medical care to patients 0-100 under
the direct supervision of a licensed Allergist(s), and in
accordance with approved, written practice supervision agreements
and guidelines. Services provided by the PA will include
coordination and performance challenges - medications, foods, etc.,
perform Spirometry, be present for allergy injections and prepared
to treat systemic reactions, remote monitoring of patients and
assist with skin testing, intradermal testing and patch testing.
The PA must be committed to evidence-based approach to the practice
of Allergy/Asthma and Immunology.Essential Job functions:
- Provides clinical services and develops and implements plan of
care in conjunction with supervising physician(s).
- Obtains patient medical history and performs physical
examinations and preventative health measures within prescribed
guidelines.
- Initiates necessary laboratory and diagnostic tests. Interprets
laboratory and test results.
- Confers with supervising physician(s), nursing staff and/or
other care providers to ensure optimum quality of patient care, and
to prepare a comprehensive patient care plan. Refers to appropriate
physician(s) for more complicated medical cases or cases that are
not a routine part of a PA's scope of practice.
- Obtains consultations and/or referrals as appropriate.
- Responds to patient inquires, answers questions and refers
questions to physician(s) as appropriate.
- Documents all patient care services in the electronic medical
record.
- Provides health education counseling to patients and families
as appropriate; and supports programs for patients and their
families. Answers questions about condition and treatment
plan.
- Participates in and supports performance improvement and risk
management activities.
- Completes required continuous training and education, including
practice specific requirements. Demonstrates professional work
behavior and complies with organizational policies and procedures
and federal and state requirements.
- Establishes and maintains patient educational materials;
- Works closely with physicians and other clinicians in a team
approach to patient care.
- Respects and protects the patient's rights to confidentiality
and privacy and discloses information only for the professional
purposes which are in the patient's best interests with full
consideration of their legal rights. Displays a positive attitude
when interacting with physician's office staff, physicians and
fellow employees of the office
- Other job duties as required.Required Qualifications:
- Master's degree and successful completion of accredited
physician assistant program
- Current licensure as Physician Assistant by state of
Connecticut
- Board certification
- Current BLS and ACLS certification
- 2 or more years of experience as a Physician Assistant is
required, Allergy/Asthma experience preferred.
- Knowledge of medical procedures and guidelines concerning
assessment, treatment, and recovery
- Ability to work collaboratively within a clinical team
- Demonstrated professional competence and integrity and ethical
conduct of practice
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, and
effective conflict resolution skills
- Patient focused and committed to providing outstanding and
compassionate care and service to all patients
- Strong computer skills and EMR knowledgeCompensation Range:
$118,000-$135,000The provided compensation range is based on
industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on
numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience,
individual performance, quality measures and location of
position.About Our CommitmentTotal Rewards at VillageMDOur team
members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through
the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role
that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and
their families. Participation in VillageMD's benefit platform
includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages
and a 401k savings plan.Equal Opportunity EmployerOur Company
provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and
applicants for employment without regard to, and does not
discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, creed,
gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression
(including transgender status), national origin, ancestry,
citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital
status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local
laws.Safety DisclaimerOur Company cares about the safety of our
employees and applicants. Our Company does not use chat rooms for
job searches or communications. Our Company will never request
personal information via informal chat platforms or unsecure email.
Our Company will never ask for money or an exchange of money,
banking or other personal information prior to the in-person
interview. Be aware of potential scams while job seeking.
Interviews are conducted at select Our Company locations during
regular business hours only. For information on job scams, visit,
or file a complaint at .Compensation Information:$118000.00 /
Annually - $135000.00 / Annually
Keywords: Summit Health Medical Group, New Rochelle , Physician Assistant - Allergy, Healthcare , White Plains, New York
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