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SURGICAL PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

Montefiore Medical Center
$80.18
United States, New York, Bronx
Jul 02, 2025
City/State: Bronx, New York Grant Funded: No Department: NoMgr Bargaining Unit: 1199 Work Shift: Day Work Days: MON-FRI Scheduled Hours: 7 AM-3:30 PM Scheduled Daily Hours: 7.5 HOURS Hourly Rate: $80.18 For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors. To learn more about the "Montefiore Difference" - who we are at Montefiore and all that we have to offer our associates, please click here. This vacancy will be posted on internal Career Website for 5 business days. Associates are eligible to apply for a lateral transfer after completion of one (1) year of service in their present position, with the following exception: an Associate who has received a written warning is not eligible for a transfer/promotion prior to six (6) months from date of issuance; an Associate who has been suspended is not eligible for transfer/promotion prior to one (1) year from date of suspension. Part-time Associates who have completed their probationary period can move to full-time vacancies within their department provided such movement will not unreasonably reduce the operational efficiency of that department. Probationary period is three (3) months for full-time employees, and four (4) months for part-time employees who works more than 3/5 of the normal workweek. Probationary period will not apply to shift changes. Joining our dynamic Neuro Interventional Radiology team, thisSurgical Physician Assistantwill support complex neurovascular procedures such as CT guided injections and many more. Key responsibilities include providing first-assist surgical support, conducting pre- and post-procedure care, managing inpatient/outpatient coordination, and responding to neurovascular emergencies. The PA will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, assist in diagnostic imaging review and contribute to quality improvement and research initiatives. RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist in Neuro Interventional Procedures:Provide direct surgical support during neuro interventional radiology procedures. Pre- and Post-Procedure Patient Care:Conduct pre-procedure evaluations, obtain patient histories, and perform physical exams to ensure readiness for interventional procedures.Monitor patients post-procedure, manage recovery, and provide discharge instructions. Perform and Interpret Diagnostic Imaging:Assist in reviewing neuroimaging studies (CT, MRI, angiography) and correlate findings with clinical presentations. First-Assist in Surgical Settings:Provide hands-on assistance during complex neurovascular interventions, ensuring optimal patient safety and procedural efficiency. Manage Inpatient and Outpatient Care:Round on hospitalized patients, update treatment plans, and coordinate care with neurology, neurosurgery, and ICU teams.Conduct outpatient follow-ups and coordinate long-term care plans. Emergency Response & On-Call Support:Respond to stroke alerts and other neurovascular emergencies, assisting in rapid assessment and intervention.Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to provide 24/7 patient care support. Collaboration & Multidisciplinary Coordination:Work closely with interventional radiologists, neurologists, neurosurgeons, and critical care teams to ensure comprehensive patient management. Patient & Family Education:Communicate procedure risks, benefits, and expected outcomes to patients and families, ensuring informed consent and understanding. Documentation & Compliance:Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR), ensuring compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards. Quality Improvement & Research Participation:Engage in quality improvement initiatives, research projects, and clinical trials related to neurovascular interventions. REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's Degree Graduate of an approved PA program. Licensed and registered Physician Assistant in New York State. NCCPA certified. Previous experience in NIR, neurology, neurosurgery, or interventional radiology preferred. Strong clinical, procedural, communication, and teamwork skills. Knowledge of EKG, Xray interpretation, Xray/CT/MRI protocols; pharmacology-includingability to adjust doses. Knowledge ofComputer and standard office equipment, Contrast Injector equipment, Patient Monitoring equipment, Defibrillator, EKG Machine, Sono Site Rite-Venous Localization, PACS/Centricity, EMR Montefiore Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore Medical Center will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.