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Title: Procedural Physician Assistant - Interventional Radiology Location: Upper East Side Org Unit: Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology Work Days: Monday-Friday, 4-10 hour days Exemption Status: Exempt Salary Range: $120,000.00-$146,700.00 *As required under NYC Human Rights Law Int 1208-2018 - Salary range for this role when hired for NYC offices. Position Summary At the Weill Cornell Medicine Division of Interventional Radiology, we are internationally recognized for our expert, compassionate care to our patients. We provide the highest level of service, starting with the initial visit through follow-up and recovery. We are currently seeking a Procedural Physician Assistant with a Radiologic Technologist (RT) license. The Physician Assistant is responsible for coordination and direct patient care of patients in an outpatient setting, with some inpatient coordination. This position performs medical histories, physical exams, ECGs and other clinical care and documents all findings appropriately. The Physician Assistant will perform procedures such as fluoroscopy and CT guided interventional radiology. This role is a medical provider who is able to diagnose, manage and create treatment plans, and prescribe medications under the delegated autonomy of their supervising physician. Job Responsibilities In both an outpatient and inpatient setting, provides clinical services and care in conjunction with supervising physician. Coordinates care of established patients ensuring that diagnostic testing and sub specialty consultations and all follow up appointments are completed on a timely basis. Coordinates care of new patients ensuring that diagnostic testing and sub specialty consultations and all follow up appointments are completed on a timely basis. Where applicable, assists physician in surgeries and/or procedures. Obtains initial histories and performs physical examinations. Documents clinical findings in patient medical record. Develops and implements plan of care in conjunction with supervising physician. Issues prescriptions for drugs, devices and immunizations as indicated. Provides health education counseling to patients and families. Answers questions about disease and treatment plan. Responds to patient phone calls, answers questions and refers questions to physician as appropriate. Establishes and maintains a clinical and research database. Assists physician with the coordination of clinical trials. Prescreens and triages all new patients prior to scheduling of appointments: collects relevant medical materials including scans and records from outside hospitals and physicians. Coordinates the scheduling of appointments for new patients with multiple medical subspecialties; reviews and summarizes clinical information of the obtained history materials prior to the appointment; shares same with multi-specialty care team. Establishes and maintains educational materials; and supports programs for patients and their families. Education Graduate from ARC-PA accredited program. Experience Master's Degree is preferred. A Radiologic Technologist (RT) license is also required for this position to allow the individual to use fluoroscopy and CT. Approximately 2 years of work experience in clinical setting highly desired. Up to one year of post-degree course work and/or an internship and less than one year of previous experience may be considered. New grads may be considered. Prior experience with coordinating clinical protocols desired. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written). A team oriented individual that works collaboratively to achieve team goals. Licenses and Certifications Current New York State Physician Assistant License & Registration. Certification from the National Commission of Physician Assistants, Inc (NCCPA). BLS certification, issued by the American Heart Association. Current ACLS or PALS (if applicable). Working Conditions/Physical Demands Weill Cornell Medicine is a comprehensive academic medical center that is committed to excellence in patient care, scientific discovery, and the education of future physicians and scientists in New York City and around the world. Our doctors and scientists - faculty from Weill Cornell Medical College, Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences, and the Weill Cornell Physician Organization - are engaged in world-class clinical care and cutting-edge research that connect patients to the latest treatment innovations and prevention strategies. Weill Cornell Medicine is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Weill Cornell Medicine provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to protected status, including race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Weill Cornell Medicine

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