Physician Assistant-Neurosurgery

As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care.

Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers.

Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way

Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence.

Position Responsibilities:

·       Obtains histories and performs physical assessments.

·       Makes daily rounds of patients.

·       Assesses response to medications, treatments, and interventions.

·       Evaluates current status and complaints of patients.

·       Consults with and transmits information to the Supervising Physicianregarding the health status of the patient.

·       Dictates or writes progress notes on patients seen as well as dictates discharge summaries

·       Provides information and education to patient and family regarding diagnostic studies, treatments, medications, and diet

·       Functions within the guidelines of the Physician Assistant Standards

·       Orders laboratory tests at request of the Supervising Physician.

·       Orders diagnostic tests at request of the Supervising Physician.

·       Orders referrals to consulting physicians at the request of the Supervising Physician.

·       Administers and/or orders medications upon request of the Supervising Physician

·       Writes admission orders for patients being admitted to Mount Sinai Medical Center upon the request of the Supervising Physician

·       The following duties are only permitted to be performed under the direct supervision of the Supervising Physician.

·       Interprets laboratory tests, x-ray studies, and EKGs with and without the Supervising Physician's interpretation and final review.

·       Acts as a Surgical Assistant in the Operating Room when requested.

·       Writes patient care order

·       Identifies problems and initiates appropriate management.

·       Organizes and utilizes data to make clinical assessments.

·       Recognizes normal from abnormal results and notifies Supervising Physician.

·       Provides in-service and daily consultation to Nursing

·       Orders as appropriate for patients within scope of practice.

·       Tests as appropriate for patients within scope of practice.  

·       Gives medication as appropriate for patients within scope of practice.

Qualifications:

·       Florida License required, Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician's Assistants desired; CPR

·       Associate Degreee with PA license; Bachelor's Degree preferred

·       Previous PA experience preferred.

Benefits

We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs. Our robust employee benefits package includes:

·       Health benefits

·       Life insurance

·       Long-term disability coverage

·       Healthcare spending accounts

·       Retirement plan

·       Paid time off

·       Pet Insurance

·       Tuition reimbursement

·       Employee assistance program

·       Wellness program

·       On-site housing for select positions and more!