Physician Assistant- Hybrid Head/Neck Oncology

SUMMARY

The Physician Assistant plays a vital role in delivering comprehensive care to patients as part of the Head and Neck Cancer Team. Working under the general supervision of a physician or administrator, the PA performs thorough medical evaluations, assists with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, and contributes to the development and implementation of treatment plans. This full-time, weekday position offers a unique opportunity to support complex oncology care in both clinical and surgical settings, with limited call responsibilities and a strong focus on collaborative, patient-centered care .

STATUS: Full-time

LOCATION: Head & Neck Center- Brighton

DEPARTMENT: Lipson Cancer Center

SCHEDULE: Days (Monday-Friday); Call Limited

This position is based primarily outpatient and provides direct support to the Head and Neck Cancer team. The Physician Assistant will work closely with Drs. John Coniglio, Andrew Coniglio, and William Stokes in the coordination and delivery of patient care.

ATTRIBUTES

• Compassionate, warm and patient focused

• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision

• Exceptional documentation skills and professional behavior

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to first assist in the OR

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patient Satisfaction. Interacts on a frequent, regular and daily basis with patients, family members, medical/social/public services support, regulatory agencies and/or payor agencies. Interaction and communication requires expressed empathy, understanding, problem-solving, education, information gathering, process influencing and counseling.

• Medication & Orders. Prescribe medication, write orders, perform procedures and respond to emergency and/or immediate condition changes of acute, critically ill patients.

• Documentation. Obtain complete, detailed and accurate patient histories, review patient records, perform physical exams, record all pertinent data to develop comprehensive medical status, diagnosis and clinical treatment plan for all assigned patients.

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$100,000.00 - $150,000.00

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14618

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.