Job Summary:
The incumbent will be responsible for providing colorectal care services in the office; including assessing, diagnosing, prescribing, treating, and educating patients. Works closely with Colorectal Surgeons and other clinicians in a team approach to patient care.
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Assess patient status by obtaining health history through patient/family interviews and chart reviews.
· Asses presenting illness, risk factors, and family history, psychosocial situation, and cultural factors; and performing appropriate physical examination.
· Assist with ordering appropriate laboratory diagnostic and perform other screening tests.
· Seek other information as needed, including consultation with physicians and other clinicians, for evaluation of illness.
· Integrate data to determine diagnosis and therapeutic plan, including identification of any health risks.
· Develop and implement treatment plan by prescribing/dispensing medications and/or injections in compliance with medical practice guidelines and state laws.
· Provide guidance to patient/family regarding medications and treatments.
· Educate patients regarding health promotion/illness prevention.
· Provide recommendations to appropriate community resources to meet patient/family needs.
· Communicate appropriate case management information to other professionals and community agencies.
· Prepare documentation for medical records including updating patient medical chart by posting examination and test results, diagnosis, medications, and treatment in written/computerized manner.
· Participate in peer reviews, chart reviews, staff education, clinical guideline development, and other continuing education. Also provide quality assurance activities to demonstrate compliance with standards, regulations, policies, and procedures.
· Act as consultant/collaborator to clinical team. Will also compile with patient confidentiality requirements. Promotes patient advocacy.
· Collaborate with physicians in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patient.
· Develop and maintain expertise in anorectal manometry and anorectal ultrasound and biofeedback therapy as needed
· Assist with monitoring and continuity of care between visits according to treatment plan including triaging patient calls/e-mails.
· Assist with hospital consultations as needed.
Minimum Education:
Physician Assistants: Graduate of an ARC-PA accredited or New York State Education Department approved PA education program
Minimum Related Experience:
PA - 5 years of related experience
Minimum Certification Requirements:
Current NYS PA License and NCCPA Board Certification.
BLS Certification
DEA Certification
Minimum Computer Skills:
Intermediate to advanced level MS Office skills, experience with EMR.
General Skills:
Qualifications for Candidates include but are not limited to the following:
· Ability to perform comprehensive history and physical examination.
· Ability to manage and coordinate a patient caseload.
· Work within a collaborative agreement/protocols with a physician and health care team.
· Demonstrate leadership ability to manage patients and interact effectively with peers and physicians.
Commitment to Diversity
Columbia University is dedicated to increasing diversity in its workforce, its student body, and its educational programs. Achieving continued academic excellence and creating a vibrant university community require nothing less. In fulfilling its mission to advance diversity at the University, Columbia seeks to hire, retain, and promote exceptionally talented individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $110,000.00 - $152,550.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Ability to commute/relocate:
- New York, NY 10032: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
License/Certification:
- Physician Assistant License (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10032