Physician Assistant - Observational Medicine

The Physician Assistant provides medical care to patients in the Medical Short Stay Unit, working collaboratively with physicians and other members of the healthcare team. With a typical patient load of 6–10 patients per shift and lower patient acuity, the position offers a manageable pace and strong work-life balance.

• STATUS: Full Time
• LOCATION: Rochester General Hospital
• DEPARTMENT: Medical Short Stay Unit
• SCHEDULE: Rotating 12-hour shifts; 2 weekends/month; no call

• 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 effectively in a fast-paced environment

• OFFERINGS
• Strong work-life balance with flexible shift scheduling and time-off options
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Paid malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• 403(b) retirement savings plan

Responsibilities

Patient Care. Provides care for an average of 6–10 patients per shift within the Medical Short Stay Unit.

Patient Satisfaction. Interacts regularly with patients, family members, medical and social services, regulatory agencies and payor agencies. Communication requires empathy, understanding, problem-solving, education, information gathering, process influencing and counseling.

Medication & Orders. Prescribes drugs, devices and immunizing agents according to policy and practice agreement.

Collaboration. Performs therapeutic and corrective measures within the area of expertise in collaboration with other healthcare team members.

Education

BS: Physician Assistant (Required)

Licenses / Certifications

PA-C - Certified Physician Assistant - National Committee on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), RPA - Registered Physician Assistant - NYS Office of Professions

Physical Requirements

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning.

Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns.

Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

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

14621

The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, 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.