Registered Physician Assistant - LESC

Description:BASIC FUNCTION: Provides admissions & annual physicals for outpatient chemical dependency program. Provides ongoing evaluation and intervention to clients as needed. Participates in interdisciplinary team discussions.MAJOR DUTIES:Collects medical history at admission and performs annual physical examinations.Orders all required laboratory tests and other medical procedures and reviews results.Presents findings to physician for final admission diagnosis*. (*The determination of a two-year history of narcotic dependence and current physiological addiction must be made by a licensed physician. The final decision to accept a client for methadone treatment must be made and recorded in the client's clinical record by a licensed staff physician.)Updates immunizations such as tetanus and influenza.Applies and interprets tuberculosis skin tests.Draws blood for admissions, annual evaluations and other tests as indicated.Sees clients with medical complaints, prescribes appropriate treatment and/or makes appropriate referrals.Evaluates appropriateness of continued treatment on a regular basis pursuant to and in compliance with mandated regulations.Evaluates client's reaction to medication and presents findings to physician.Evaluates need for dosage change and makes recommendation to physician.Reports all unusual medical occurrences with clients to the physician.Provides primary emergency care to clients in treatment.Reviews urinalysis results as required.Records all appropriate notes and documents in the client's chart.Assumes active role in interdisciplinary management of the client.Participates in interdisciplinary staff conferences.SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday. Mon/Fri 10AM-6PM; Tues-Thurs 9AM-5PMSALARY: $95,000 - $98,000 / year dependent on experienceLOCATION: NY, NY 10002 We offer excellent benefits including:Generous time off that includes 4 weeks of vacationMedical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceDiscounted Commuter benefitsLife insurance & Long term disabilityEligible for Federal Student Loan Repayment ProgramTraining and other additional voluntary benefitsTo join our diverse team, please include salary requirements with your resume/application submission. Please visit us at www.lesc.org EEO Minorities/Women/Disabled/Vet Requirements:QUALIFICATION - EDUCATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:RPA license in the State of New York and Bachelor's degree (BS) from a four-year college or university; 2 - 4 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Compensation details: 95000-98000 Yearly SalaryPI0eeb01649eaf-25660-33051283