Physician Assistant - Psychiatry Inpatient Detox & Rehab - Mount Sinai Behavioral Health Center - Full Time Days

 Responsible for patient care with supervising physician, and in collaboration with associated medical teams and staffing. Performs a broad spectrum of care regarding critical thinking, diagnosis, ordering of medications and diagnostics, and performance of corrective, preventive and therapeutic measures in the inpatient, surgical, and/or outpatient setting. Assumes medical staff privileging under the scope of practice of a delegated physician determined by Mount Sinai Health System, and the department of hire.

 Patient Care Responsibilities: 

• Responsible for patient care regarding patient management, diagnosis, treatment planning and ordering of pertinent tests, therapeutics and medications as noted by NYS law and hospital policy/by-laws (includes controlled substances with DEA licensure). 

• Writes accurately and in timely manner into patient records for all pertinent care, status changes, orders, progress notes, procedure notes and admit/discharge notes as designated by the clinical area of hire. 

Communication and Collaboration: 

• Demonstrates ability to work and communicate effectively with medical teams and other associated staffing. 

• Provides consultation to nursing and ancillary medical teams and staff of patient condition and plan of care. 

• Works collaboratively with supervising physician(s) and care team in a timely manner with respect, and with the goals of patient-centered safety and quality as a priority. 

Clinical Duties and Practices: 

• Performs delegated clinical duties and tasks effectively and efficiently. 

• Practices within scope of the Supervising Physician. 

• Adheres to clinical and institutional policies and procedures related to clinical practice and hospital/practice site operations. 

• Maintains competency and continued practice in privileges associated with the area of clinical care. 

Patient Education and Continuity of Care: 

• Communicates assessment, treatment and care planning to patients, families and designated caretakers in an effective and compassionate manner. 

• Facilitates patient continuity of care for across multi-disciplinary services, and participates in effective, safe and efficient throughput of patients. 

Professional Development and Compliance: 

• Maintains required certifications and licensure as per Medical Staff policy. 

• Promotes self-learning and meets continued medical education (CME) requirements for board certification and evidence-based medicine. 

Work Environment and Safety:

• Promotes a positive work environment. 

• Demonstrates knowledge of Mount Sinai Health System’s Mission, Vision, and Values in the delivery of patient care and teamwork. 

• Maintains a safe and clean working environment, adhering to infection control standards, policies, and regulatory guidelines. 

• Graduation from Accredited Physician Assistant Program, Masters preferred 
• NCCPA Board Certification 
• New York State Licensure 
• DEA Certificate 
• BLS and ACLS Certification 
• New York State Infection Control Certification
• Requires appointment to the Medical Center Allied Health Personnel Staff. 
• Valid New York State license and registration as a physician assistant.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - Required certification
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) – Required certification

Collective bargaining unit: SEIU 1199-MSBI.MSB-PA

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