Summary

The Albany Stratton VA Medical Center is currently looking for a full-time Surgical Physician Assistant (PA). The PA position is located in the Department of Surgical Services.

Duties

• The Surgical PA is responsible for perioperative care of surgical patients on the Surgical Wards and in the ICU
• In addition - the Surgical PA is responsible for initial evaluation of consultations to surgery from the Medical Wards and the Emergency Department
• Specifically - the provider should possess the expertise and competency to perform the following: Provides admitting histories - physical examination - orders - daily (or more frequent) progress notes - discharge or transfer summaries - and communications to consulting providers and surgical and medical attending staff
• Assesses patients - orders and interprets diagnostic and therapeutic tests/studies - initiates consults and referrals - and supplies in accordance with VA policy - VA formulary and State regulations
• Formulates and initiates health care teaching for hospitalized patients and their families
• Works with other staff members of the Department of Surgery to be part of a team that provides a consistent interdisciplinary - collaborative approach to patient care - education - and communication within the Department of Surgery
• Assists with surgical outpatient clinics when needed
• Participates as directed in Process and Quality Improvement projects and programs within the Department of Surgery
• Maintains good clinical - professional and personal judgement at all times
• Provides timely documentation of notes and encounter forms in accordance with facility policy
• Helps foster a high level of patient and staff satisfaction
• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
• Work Schedule: Variable shifts - typically 12-hour shifts including days - nights - weekends and holidays are expected.