Physician Assistant – Surgical ICU/Burn ICU/Trauma – Rotating - Cornell Campus
Listed compensation
$161k-$210k
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Job Description
Location: New York, New York
Shift: Rotating (United States of America)
Description
Physician Assistant – Surgical ICU/Burn ICU/Trauma – Rotating- Cornell Campus
Experience autonomy and camaraderie unique to our Physician Assistant team. Practice the art and science of evidence-based medicine at New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Lead the charge in improving the patient care experience. Join an action-oriented team at an Ivy League medical center, and go to the next level in your PA career. Become a part of this 24/7 run Surgery PA service in a world-renowned Level I Trauma Center.
We are seeking a PA to join our Surgery/Critical Care team. This position will be shared between the Surgical ICU, Burn ICU and Trauma service lines. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary environment caring for critically ill patients with complex surgical, medical and burn injuries.
Work Schedule: Three 12.5 hour rotating shifts.
Preferred Criteria
Background in Surgery
Critical Care Experience
Strong new graduates with a demonstrated passion for managing surgical critical care patients are encouraged to apply
- Required Criteria
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physician Assistant studies
- NYS licensure and NCCPA certification
- BLS/ACLS certification
- DEA certification
ATLS Certification
Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.
Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.
NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.
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Salary Range
$161,000-$210,000/Annual
It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.
Key Responsibilities
The Physician Assistant will provide care to critically ill patients across Surgical ICU, Burn ICU, and Trauma service lines. This role involves working within a multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based medical care in a Level I Trauma Center.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physician Assistant studies along with NYS licensure and NCCPA certification. Required certifications include BLS, ACLS, DEA, and ATLS.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Certifications
Key Skills
Critical Care — Physician Assistant Career Context
Of the 50 active Critical Care listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 74% have no call, 66% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$186k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $172k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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