Physician Assistant (PA) - Breast Care

We are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Physician Assistant (PA) to join our Breast Care team. The PA will work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients with breast health concerns. This role combines clinical expertise, patient education, and support in managing various breast care needs, including screenings, diagnostics, and treatment planning. Typical hours are weekdays, 8 AM to 4:30 PM, with one remote admin day. There is no call requirement. 

Compensation: $105,000 to $135,000 per year based on experience

Come for the Salary, Stay for the Benefits:
We provide competitive pay and value experience. Oneida Health Employees enjoy free parking, and the office is centrally located in Oneida, next to shopping, food services, and entertainment. The following are just some of our best employee benefits:

• Free Parking
• Employee Gym
• Generous Paid Time Off accruing day one
• 403 (b) matching up to 6%
• No Deductible Health Insurance, Flex Spending, Vision, Dental, Disability, and Life
• CME Credits Reimbursement

What You’ll be Great At:

• Seeing patients in the clinic for general care, high-risk assessments, imaging, survivorship, and follow-up appointments.
• Assessing and establishing a presumptive diagnosis and implementing treatment plans.
• Ordering and interpreting diagnostic testing and consults as appropriate and prescribing appropriate medical therapy utilizing evidence-based practice.
• Prescribing, adjusting, or discontinuing medications or therapies as appropriate.
• Evaluating and reporting to physicians any circumstances or test results that present a significant risk to patient health or well-being.
• Communicating appropriate information to physicians, patients, PCP, and referring staff.
• Providing an exceptional experience for our patients.
• Partnering with our MD team to manage benign patients through ongoing surveillance.
• Providing genetic counseling, either independently or in collaboration with a physician.
• Collaborating with our fellowship-trained surgical breast oncologist to develop and expand a specialized breast care program.
• Participate in multidisciplinary care teams in a patient-centered, provider-led environment.
• Conduct peri-operative care, including history, physical exams, and care planning in collaboration with supervising physicians.
• Manage pre and post-operative patients.
• Communicate effectively with the care team, patients, and families, offering education and guidance.

Why We’re The Right Fit For You:

• Why are we so awesome, you ask? Here are just a few reasons why we think you would love it at Oneida Health:
• We care about our people. Our employees are our #1 asset, and we will always invest in their growth.
• We offer multiple pathways to success through continued education and department promotion.
• Your safety matters, too. Providing safe work environments is always our approach.  
• With our technology investment strategy, we put the most advanced technology in your hands. Allowing you to do what you do best.
• We’re neat freaks. Oneida Health is consistently ranked among the top hospitals, both regionally and nationally, for safety and cleanliness.
• We respect and encourage work-life balance.

Your Essential Qualifications:

Education and Licensure

• Board certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with an active license in New York state.

Experience

• Prior experience in women’s health, oncology, or breast care is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with breast imaging, diagnostic procedures, and cancer treatment protocols is a plus.