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Albany Med Health System Physician Assistant - Surgical, Thoracic Surgery
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loacation 43 New Scotland Avenue Albany, NY 12208, United States Of America
loacation 43 New Scotlan..........United States Of America

Department/Unit: Surgery Administration Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: Salary Range: $138,963- $162,123 We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Physician Assistant (PA) to join our high-performing Thoracic Surgery team, with additional responsibilities across inpatient care and multidisciplinary coordination. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to work in a high-acuity surgical setting while also contributing to broader hospital-based medical care. Primary Responsibilities: T horacic Surgery & ICU Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive care for patients with thoracic conditions, from   initial   assessment through surgery and postoperative critical care.   Assist   in the diagnosis and surgical management of thoracic diseases including lung cancer, esophageal pathology, pleural disease, and mediastinal masses.   Perform or   assist   in thoracic surgical procedures such as thoracotomy, video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS), and other minimally invasive techniques.   Manage critically ill patients in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), including postoperative thoracic surgery patients and those   requiring   advanced life support.   Conduct preoperative evaluations and risk assessments,   contribute   to multidisciplinary   planning   and informed patient consent.   Monitor and manage   ICU patients that are   ventilated , have   hemodynamic instability, fluid   im balance, and sedation within ICU protocols.   Perform bedside procedures including chest tube insertion, central and arterial line placement, endotracheal intubation, and thoracentesis.   Interpret imaging and diagnostic data (e.g., chest X-rays, CT scans, ABGs, labs) to guide both surgical and ICU care.   Actively   participate   in daily ICU rounds, surgical case discussions, and thoracic oncology multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings.   Coordinate postoperative care,   monitor   for complications such as bleeding, infection, respiratory distress, or arrhythmias, and intervene promptly when needed.   Educate patients and families   regarding   surgical procedures, ICU care plans, recovery expectations, and discharge instructions.   Ensure adherence to infection control protocols, ICU safety standards, and institutional guidelines for patient care.     General Inpatient Medical Management: Conduct comprehensive   patient assessments and physical exams .   Order and interpret laboratory and imaging tests; develop and adjust treatment plans accordingly.   Prescribe medications and therapies based on current clinical guidelines.   Participate in the care of patients on   inpatient consult services , including those admitted under   Surgery, Medicine, Trauma, Pediatrics, and Ob/Gyn .   Support emergency and inpatient assessments, triage decisions, and follow-ups.   Educate patients and families about procedures, recovery expectations, and health management strategies.   Clinical Leadership & Support:   Serve as a   clinical resource and team leader   during shifts to ensure efficient workflow and   high standards   of care.   Ensure   accurate   documentation, coding, and billing practices.   Maintain inventory of medical supplies, prepare patients for procedures, and ensure a safe, organized clinical environment.   Work Schedule: 24/7 in-house coverage   of Cardiac Surgery Service   utilizing   24-hour shifts .   Flexibility for   8, 10, or 12-hour shifts   based on clinical demand.     Required Skills and Qualifications:   Graduate of an accredited PA program with   current NCCPA certification .   Active   state PA license   and prescriptive authority.   Minimum of   2 years’ experience   in a surgical or hospital-based acute care setting (CT Surgery experience strongly preferred).   Skilled   in ICU management and invasive bedside procedures.   Strong knowledge of anatomy, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and medical-surgical care.   Excellent clinical judgment, teamwork, and communication skills.     Physical Demands: Standing - Constantly    Walking - Constantly    Sitting - Rarely    Lifting - Frequently    Carrying - Frequently    Pushing - Occasionally    Pulling - Occasionally    Climbing - Occasionally    Balancing - Occasionally    Stooping - Frequently    Kneeling - Frequently    Crouching - Frequently    Crawling - Occasionally    Reaching - Frequently    Handling - Frequently    Grasping - Frequently    Feeling - Constantly    Talking - Constantly    Hearing - Constantly    Repetitive Motions - Constantly    Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly        Working Conditions: Extreme cold - Rarely   Extreme heat - Rarely   Humidity - Rarely   Wet - Rarely   Noise - Constantly   Hazards - Frequently   Temperature Change - Rarely   Atmospheric Conditions - Rarely   Vibration - Rarely       Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!     Albany Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer.     This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the   minimum   amount of information needed to   accomplish   an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Medical Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.   Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!​ Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

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