personal assistant

Columbia University

<div><ul><li>Job Type: Officer of Administration</li>
<li>Bargaining Unit:</li>
<li>Regular/Temporary: Regular</li>
<li>End Date if Temporary:</li>
<li>Hours Per Week: 35</li>
<li>Standard Work Schedule: Mon - Fri (9am - 5pm)</li>
<li>Building: Columbia University Medical Center</li>
<li>Salary Range: 145,000 - 160,000</li>
</ul><div><i>The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.</i></div><br>
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<p></p>
<p>Position Summary</p>
<div>
The Division of HPB Surgery of New York - Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center is founded on the principle that treatment of endocrine disorders demands a commitment to collaboration in patient care. Our center provides outstanding medical care, undertakes breakthrough research, pioneers' prevention and early detection techniques, and educates patients and clinicians all with the goal of providing quality care and the best outcomes for each of our patients.</div>
<p></p>
<p>Responsibilities</p>
<ul>
<li>Assess patient health status by interview and chart review. Document patient care services by charting in patient&rsquo;s and department records.</li>
<li>Performs physical examinations and provides treatment. Recognizes and evaluates patients who require immediate attention and when necessary, initiates medical treatment without direct supervision.</li>
<li>Determines abnormal conditions by administering or ordering diagnostic tests and laboratory studies; Follows-up on X-rays, CTs scans, MRIs, laboratory data. Interprets and acts on diagnostic test results.</li>
<li>Provides follow up care including prescribing or/and appropriate adjustment of medications to patients in accordance with stablished protocols.</li>
<li>Pre-op work up, pre-op clearance and patient optimization prior to surgery. Basic knowledge of ECG, lab data and other diagnostic tests interpretation.</li>
<li>Postsurgical patient care including wound care and drain management.</li>
<li>Develops and implements patient management plans, records procedures and visit notes. Accountable for outstanding patient continuity of care.</li>
<li>Evidence of ability to maintain interpersonal relationships, communicate appropriately to others and work effectively and efficiently to solve problems.</li>
<li>Able to work independently and make sound clinical decisions when appropriate.</li>
<li>Participates in team meetings, symposiums and interdisciplinary weekly conferences to enhance patient care and outcomes.</li>
<li><div>Preview new patients to assess multidisciplinary needs.</div>
</li><li><div>Coordinates patient plan of care. Reassesses and modifies plan of care as necessary to achieve surgical and health goals. Initiates referrals to specialty services and fosters continuity of care. Collaborates with other caregivers to ensure continuity of care for patients and attain the greatest efficacy in the use of hospital resources in managing patients.</div>
</li><li><div>Be primary point of communication for patients, family members and referring doctors.</div>
</li><li><div>Be able to keep supervising physician updated about patients&rsquo; status in a relevant and efficacious way.</div>
</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p>Minimum Qualifications</p>
<ul>
<li>Physician Assistants: Graduate of an ARC-PA accredited or New York State Education Department approved PA education program.</li>
<li>PA - 5 years of related experience</li>
</ul>
<div><p><b>Minimum certification required upon start date:
</b></p><ul><li>Current NYS PA License and NCCPA Board Certification.</li>
<li>BLS Certification.</li>
<li>DEA Certification.</li>
</ul>
</div><p></p><p>Preferred Qualifications</p>
<ul>
<li>Intermediate proficiency in MS Office.</li>
<li>Experience with EMR (EPIC).</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p>Other Requirements</p>
<ul>
<li>Must have excellent communication and written skills.</li>
<li><div>Ability to perform comprehensive history and physical examination.</div>
</li><li><div>Ability to manage and coordinate a patient caseload.</div>
</li><li><div>Work within a collaborative agreement/protocol with a physician and health care team.</div>
</li><li><div>Demonstrate leadership ability to manage patients and interact effectively with peers and physicians.</div>
</li>
</ul><p></p><p>Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran</p>
<p>
Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.</p></div>

Clinical Coordinator III - PA

<div><ul><li>Job Type: Officer of Administration</li>
<li>Bargaining Unit:</li>
<li>Regular/Temporary: Regular</li>
<li>End Date if Temporary:</li>
<li>Hours Per Week: 35</li>
<li>Standard Work Schedule: Mon - Fri (9am - 5pm)</li>
<li>Building: Columbia University Medical Center</li>
<li>Salary Range: $135,000 - $145,000</li>
</ul><div><i>The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.</i></div><br>
<div></div>
<p></p>
<p>Position Summary</p>
<p>
The Clinical Coordinator III - Physician Assistant will support Endocrine Surgery Division and performs history and physical examinations. Establishes a presumptive diagnosis and performs a general work-up including the ordering of appropriate laboratory studies. May assist medical staff with pre, intra- and post-operative surgical activities.</p>
<p></p>
<p>Responsibilities</p>
<ul>
<li>Assess patient health status by interview and chart review. Document patient care services by charting in patient&rsquo;s and department records.</li>
<li>Performs physical examinations and provides treatment. Recognizes and evaluates patients who require immediate attention and when necessary, initiates medical treatment without direct supervision.</li>
<li>Determines abnormal conditions by administering or ordering diagnostic tests and laboratory studies; Follows-up on X-rays, CTs scans, MRIs, laboratory data. Interprets and acts on diagnostic test results.</li>
<li>Provides follow up care including prescribing or/and appropriate adjustment of medications to patients in accordance with stablished protocols.</li>
<li>Pre-op work up, pre-op clearance and patient optimization prior to surgery. Basic knowledge of ECG, lab data and other diagnostic tests interpretation.</li>
<li>Postsurgical patient care including wound care and drain management.</li>
<li>Develops and implements patient management plans, records procedures and visit notes. Accountable for outstanding patient continuity of care.</li>
<li>Evidence of ability to maintain interpersonal relationships, communicate appropriately to others and work effectively and efficiently to solve problems.</li>
<li>Able to work independently and make sound clinical decisions when appropriate.</li>
<li>Participates in team meetings, symposiums and interdisciplinary weekly conferences to enhance patient care and outcomes.</li>
<li>Preview new patients to assess multidisciplinary needs.</li>
<li>Coordinates patient plan of care. Reassesses and modifies plan of care as necessary to achieve surgical and health goals. Initiates referrals to specialty services and fosters continuity of care. Collaborates with other caregivers to ensure continuity of care for patients and attain the greatest efficacy in the use of hospital resources in managing patients.</li>
<li>Be primary point of communication for patients, family members and referring doctors. Be able to keep supervising physician updated about patients&rsquo; status in a relevant and efficacious way.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p>Minimum Qualifications</p>
<ul>
<li>Physician Assistants: Graduate of an ARC-PA accredited or New York State Education Department approved PA education program.</li>
<li>PA- 5 Years of related experience.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Minimum certification required upon start date:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Current NYS PA License and NCCPA Board Certification.</li>
<li>BLS, ACLS, PALS (if applicable) Certification.</li>
<li>DEA Certification.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p>Preferred Qualifications</p>
<ul>
<li>Intermediate proficiency in MS Office.</li>
<li>Experience with EMR (EPIC)</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p>Other Requirements</p>
<ul>
<li>Ability to perform comprehensive history and physical examination.</li>
<li>Ability to manage and coordinate a patient caseload.</li>
<li>Work within a collaborative agreement/protocol with a physician and health care team.</li>
<li>Demonstrate leadership ability to manage patients and interact effectively with peers and physicians.</li>
<li>Have excellent communication and written skills.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p>Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran</p>
<p>
Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.</p></div>

Clinical Coordinator III / PA

<div><ul><li>Job Type: Officer of Administration</li>
<li>Bargaining Unit:</li>
<li>Regular/Temporary: Regular</li>
<li>End Date if Temporary:</li>
<li>Hours Per Week: 35</li>
<li>Standard Work Schedule: Mon - Fri (9am - 5pm)</li>
<li>Building: Columbia University Medical Center</li>
<li>Salary Range: $140,000 - $160,000</li>
</ul><div><i>The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.</i></div><br>
<div></div>
<p></p>
<p>Position Summary</p>
<p>
The Clinical Coordinator III - Physician Assistant will function in the setting of the Pediatric Cardiac Surgery Division and manage pre- and post-operative patients. The incumbent will be responsible for providing clinical care services, including assessing, diagnosing, prescribing, treating, and educating patients. Works closely with other clinicians in a team approach to patient care.</p>
<p></p>
<p>Responsibilities</p>
<ul>
<li>Assists in development, implementation, and evaluation of standards of care and professional practice in collaboration with members of the health care team and in accordance with institutional policies and regulatory agency requirements.</li>
<li>The incumbent will perform and document comprehensive surgical, medical and psychosocial health histories, examinations (document pertinent positive and negative findings), and initiate/maintain a problem/medication list.</li>
<li>Order and interpret diagnostic studies including but not limited to laboratory and imaging studies, diagnostic impression, and/or form a differential based on the subjective and objective data obtained.</li>
<li>Formulate a goal-directed plan that includes health maintenance, anticipatory guidance and appropriate medical and nursing interventions according to the established protocols.</li>
<li>Facilitate hospital admissions, transfers, and discharges as well as coordinate appropriate inpatient and outpatient accommodations and homecare.</li>
<li>Conduct comprehensive consults on referred heart failure patients, complete insurance clearance tasks, and complete pre-op orders/screening in anticipation of surgery.</li>
<li>Participate, review, disseminate, and incorporate research findings into clinical practice.</li>
<li>Participate in inpatient consults.</li>
<li>Engages in and supports research activities.</li>
<li>Perform patient record reviews with collaborating physician in a timely fashion.</li>
<li>Coordinates patient care activities, based on established priorities, including teaching, counseling, and discharge planning, and directs/delegates appropriately to members of the health care team.</li>
<li>Communicates effectively and professionally with patients, significant others, and members of the health care team about the patient's plan of care.</li>
<li>Create a safe work environment conducive to learning for students, visitors, patients, and their families</li>
<li>Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant practice within their respective scope of care and the delivery of safe, competent patient care.</li>
<li>Participates in maintaining a safe, therapeutic, and consumer-oriented environment.</li>
<li>Administrating office policy and procedures within the Division of CT Surgery as needed.</li>
<li>Support other functions as assigned.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p>Minimum Qualifications</p>
<div>
<p><b>Minimum education:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Graduate of an ARC-PA accredited or New York State Education Department approved PA education program.</li>
</ul>
</div><div><p><b>Minimum related years of experience:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>5 years of related experience.</li>
</ul>
</div><div><p><b>Minimum licensing/certifications required upon start date:</b></p>
</div>
<div><ul><li>NYS PA License and NCCPA Board Certification.</li>
<li>BLS, ACLS, PALS (if applicable) Certification.</li>
<li>DEA Certification.</li>
</ul>
</div><p></p><p>Other Requirements</p>
<p>
Qualifications for Candidates include but are not limited to the following:</p>
<ul>
<li>Ability to perform comprehensive history and physical examination.</li>
<li>Ability to manage and coordinate a patient caseload.</li>
<li>Work within a collaborative agreement/protocols with a physician and health care team.</li>
<li>Demonstrate leadership ability to manage patients and interact effectively with peers and physicians.</li>
<li>Intermediate MS Office skills.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p>Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran</p>
<p>
Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.</p></div>

Clinical Coordinator III/PA

<div><ul><li>Job Type: Officer of Administration</li>
<li>Bargaining Unit:</li>
<li>Regular/Temporary: Regular</li>
<li>End Date if Temporary:</li>
<li>Hours Per Week: 35</li>
<li>Standard Work Schedule: Mon - Fri (9am - 5pm)</li>
<li>Building: Columbia University Medical Center</li>
<li>Salary Range: $130,000.00 - $145,000.00</li>
</ul><div><i>The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.</i></div><br>
<div></div>
<p></p>
<p>Position Summary</p>
<p>
The Physician Assistant (PA) will work under the supervision of attending plastic surgeons to provide comprehensive care across the continuum, including preoperative evaluation, intraoperative assistance, postoperative management, outpatient follow-up, and minor in-office procedures. The Physician Assistant conducts medical history and physical examinations, establishes a presumptive diagnosis, and performs a general work-up, including ordering appropriate laboratory tests. They are responsible for managing the patient&rsquo;s medical issues following the diagnosis, working under supervision. The PA will play a vital role in optimizing patient outcomes and supporting clinical, surgical, and educational functions within the Plastic Surgery division. Furthermore, they may assist medical staff with pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative surgical procedures, as well as contribute to research projects in their assigned area.</p>
<p></p>
<p>Responsibilities</p>
<p><b>
Clinical Assessment &amp; Preoperative Care</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Conduct thorough histories and physical examinations for plastic surgery patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings.</li>
<li>Formulate differential diagnoses and recommend diagnostic testing in consultation with supervising plastic surgeons.</li>
<li>Participate in preoperative planning, risk assessment and surgical clearance processes.</li>
<li>Document clinical evaluations and submit pre-op orders in preparation for surgery.</li>
<li>Provide pre-operative follow-up visits to ensure all patients questions are answered.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Intraoperative Support</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Serve as first or second assist in the operating room, including flap procedures, breast reconstruction, aesthetic procedures, and complex wound closures.</li>
<li>Perform intraoperative tasks such as retraction, hemostasis, dissection, and suturing, skin closure as directed by the attending surgeon.</li>
<li>Monitor the patient&rsquo;s status during surgery and communicate intraoperative findings to the surgical team.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Postoperative &amp; Inpatient Management</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Conduct daily rounds, assess wound healing, remove drains and sutures, and identify early signs of complications.</li>
<li>Provide post-op instructions and patient education, both in person and via telehealth as needed.</li>
<li>Manage inpatient consults and coordinate care with other specialties, nursing staff, and ancillary services.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Outpatient &amp; Procedural Care</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Perform and assist with in-office procedures such as wound debridement, minor excisions, suture removal, dressing changes, and scar management.</li>
<li> Evaluate post-operative progress, manage complications, and adjust treatment plans per protocols or under attending supervision.</li>
<li>Provide continuity of care through detailed clinical documentation and follow-up coordination.</li>
<li>Assist in rooming patients during clinics when needed</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Procedures &amp; Emergency Management</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Initiate emergency interventions when necessary, until the arrival of a physician.</li>
<li>Initiate with add on surgical procedures.</li>
</ul>
<p><b> Patient &amp; Family Communication</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Educate patients and families regarding diagnosis, surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and long-term care plans.</li>
<li>Communicate clearly and compassionately, ensuring patient understanding and satisfaction.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Team Collaboration &amp; Education</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Collaborate with plastic surgery attendings, residents, nursing, and allied health staff to ensure high-quality, efficient patient care.</li>
<li>Participate in the education and training of medical students and residents during clinics and surgical procedures.</li>
<li> Attend plastic surgery conferences, case discussions, and quality improvement initiatives.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Research &amp; Administrative Duties</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Support clinical research by collecting data, reviewing charts, and contributing to outcomes studies and quality improvement projects.</li>
<li>Prepare and dictate detailed operative notes, discharge summaries, and consult documentation.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p>Minimum Qualifications</p>
<div>
<p><b>Minimum education:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Graduate of an accredited AMA CAHEA approved Physician Assistant education program</li>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent in education and experience</li>
</ul>
</div><p><b>Minimum related experience:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>5 years of related experience</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Minimum certification required upon start date:
</b></p><ul><li>Current NYS PA License</li>
<li>NCCPA Board Certification</li>
<li>BLS Certification</li>
<li>NYS DEA Certification</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p>Preferred Qualifications</p>
<ul>
<li>Master&rsquo;s degree preferred</li>
<li>ACLS Certification preferred</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p>Other Requirements</p>
<p>
Qualifications for Candidates include but are not limited to the following:</p>
<div>
<ul><li>Intermediate to advanced level MS Office skills, experience with EMR.</li>
<li>Must be able to complete systems training requirements.</li>
<li>Ability to perform comprehensive history and physical examination.</li>
<li>Ability to manage and coordinate a patient caseload.</li>
<li>Work within a collaborative agreement/protocols with a physician and health care team.</li>
<li>Demonstrate leadership ability to manage patients and interact effectively with peers and physicians.</li>
</ul>
</div><p></p><p>Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran</p>
<p>
Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.</p></div>

Clinical Coordinator III-NP/PA

<div><ul><li>Job Type: Officer of Administration</li>
<li>Regular/Temporary: Regular</li>
<li>Hours Per Week: 35+</li>
<li>Salary Range: $155,000 - $180,000</li>
</ul><div><i>The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.</i></div>
<p></p>
<p>Position Summary</p>
<p>
Columbia University Irving Medical Center, Department of Medicine, Division of Pulmonary seeks an exceptional Advanced Practice Provider (APP), either an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA), to join the Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU). The APP will work under the direct supervision of ICU attending physicians and alongside ICU fellows to provide care for critically ill patients in an academic MICU setting, and potentially in an intermediate care unit and/or ventilator unit. Opportunities may also be available to teach students and participate in research initiatives.</p>
<p></p>
<p>Responsibilities</p>
<ul>
<li>Obtain patient histories and perform physical examinations</li>
<li>Order and interpret laboratory, radiographic, and other diagnostic studies</li>
<li>Formulate diagnostic assessments and develop differential diagnoses</li>
<li>Initiate and manage treatment plans within scope of practice</li>
<li>Perform diagnostic, therapeutic, and laboratory procedures as trained</li>
<li>Initiate sub-specialty consultations or evaluations</li>
<li>Counsel and educate patients and families</li>
<li>Provide emergency care when a physician is unavailable, in accordance with MICU policies</li>
<li>Document all care rendered in the electronic medical record</li>
<li>Perform additional duties as assigned</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p>Minimum Qualifications</p>
<p>
For NPs</p>
<ul>
<li>Master's degree or equivalent in education and experience, plus one to two years of experience</li>
<li>Current New York State NP (or proof of application) and RN licenses</li>
<li>Acute Care Board certification</li>
<li>Eligible for DEA license</li>
<li>BLS certification</li>
</ul>
<p>For PAs:</p>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree in physician assistant studies or equivalent in education and experience, plus four years of experience</li>
<li>Master's degree can substitute in part for experience</li>
<li>Current New York State PA license (or proof of application)</li>
<li>NCCPA certification</li>
<li>Eligible for DEA license</li>
<li>BLS certification</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p>Other Requirements</p>
<ul>
<li>Medical clearance and participation in Medical Surveillance program required
<ul><li>Contact with patients and/or human research subjects</li>
<li>Potential bloodborne pathogen exposure</li>
<li>Wear N-95 respirator</li>
</ul></li><li>Successful completion of applicable compliance and systems training requirements</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p>Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran</p>
<p>
Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.</p></div>

Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) - PACC (MICU)

<div><ul><li>Job Type: Officer of Administration</li>
<li>Bargaining Unit:</li>
<li>Regular/Temporary: Regular</li>
<li>End Date if Temporary:</li>
<li>Hours Per Week: 35</li>
<li>Standard Work Schedule: Mon - Fri (9am - 5pm)</li>
<li>Building: Columbia University Medical Center</li>
<li>Salary Range: $135,000 - $150,000</li>
</ul><div><i>The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.</i></div><br>
<div></div>
<p></p>
<p>Position Summary</p>
<p>
The incumbent will be responsible for providing Vascular Surgery services in outpatient and inpatient settings, including assessing, diagnosing, prescribing, treating, and educating patients. Work closely with Vascular Surgeons and other clinicians in a team approach to patient care.</p>
<p></p>
<p>Responsibilities</p>
<ul>
<li>Performs history and physical examinations on patients. In consultation with the patient&rsquo;s attending physician, establishes a presumptive diagnosis and initiates the work up of the patient by ordering appropriate laboratory studies. Under supervision, is responsible for the management of the patient&rsquo;s medical issues following diagnosis.</li>
<li>Assessing presenting illness, risk factors, and family history, psychosocial situation, and cultural factors; and performing appropriate physical examination.</li>
<li>Assist with ordering appropriate laboratory diagnostic and perform other screening tests.</li>
<li>Seeks other information as needed, including consultation with physicians and other clinicians, for evaluation of illness.</li>
<li>Assists in hospital rounds. Makes complete chart entries on patient transactions and records progress notes.</li>
<li>May serve as 1st or 2nd assistant in assigned area. Scrubs, starts IV&rsquo;s, monitors equipment and alerts surgeon of changes in patient&rsquo;s condition, and may close skin after operation. Acts as liaison between surgeon and surgical staff throughout the operation.</li>
<li>Attends to the patient in the Recovery Room or Intensive Care Unit. May provide postoperative instructions to patients.</li>
<li>Attends daily rounds and provides post-operative care on floor by checking for signs of post-operative complications, changing dressings, and removing sutures.</li>
<li>Performs minor surgery under direct supervision. Performs clinical procedures under the direction and supervision of the responsible physician such as venipuncture, arteriopuncture and electrocardiogram. May administer intravenous medications, fluids, blood and blood components, and local infiltrative anesthetic. May administer injections I.M., subcutaneous and intradermal. May perform intradermal skin tests, nastrogastic intubation and insertion of urinary catheters. May cleanse and debride wounds.</li>
<li>Integrates data to determine diagnosis and therapeutic plan, including identification of any health risks.</li>
<li>Develop and implement treatment plan by prescribing/dispensing medications and/or injections in compliance with medical practice guidelines and state laws.</li>
<li>Providing guidance to patient/family regarding medications and treatments.</li>
<li>Educates patients regarding health promotion/illness prevention.</li>
<li>Initiates appropriate therapy in medical emergencies until the arrival of the physician.</li>
<li>Provides follow-up and health maintenance care including appropriate adjustments of medications to patients in accordance with established protocols or specific instructions from the responsible physician. Orders oral and parental medications for patients under the care of the supervising physician.</li>
<li>Communicates with patients and families regarding their medical issues following consultation with the responsible physician. Provides counseling and instruction regarding patients&rsquo; medical issues.</li>
<li>Collaborates with other caregivers to ensure continuity of care of patients, and to attain the greatest efficacy in the use of hospital resources in managing patients.</li>
<li>Provides recommendations to appropriate community resources to meet patient/family needs.</li>
<li>Communicates appropriate case management information to other professionals and community agencies.</li>
<li>Prepares documentation for medical records including updating patient medical chart by posting examination and test results, diagnosis, medications, and treatment in written/computerized manner.</li>
<li>Participates in peer reviews, chart reviews, staff education, clinical guideline development, and other continuing education. Also provide quality assurance activities to demonstrate compliance with standards, regulations, policies, and procedures.</li>
<li>Acts as consultant/collaborator to clinical team. Will also compile with patient confidentiality requirements. Promotes patient advocacy.</li>
<li>Collaborates with physicians in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patient.</li>
<li>Assist with monitoring and continuity of care between visits according to treatment plan including triaging patient calls/e-mails.</li>
<li>Assists the physician as directed in the training of health personnel in diagnostic, therapeutic and clinic techniques. Participates in appropriate continuing education programs.</li>
<li>May perform research activities including assisting at laboratory surgery, collecting and reporting of data. Retrieves and reviews charts and analyzes data for research projects.</li>
<li>Assist with hospital consultations as needed.</li>
<li>Prepares and dictates patient summaries of hospitalization.</li>
<li>Performs other job-related duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p>Minimum Qualifications</p>
<ul>
<li>Physician Assistants: Advance Degree from Accredited AMA CAHEA Approved Physician Assistant Program.</li>
<li>5 years of related experience.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Minimum certification required upon start date:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Current PA License and NCCPA Board Certification.</li>
<li>BLS Certification.</li>
<li>NYS DEA Certification.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p>Preferred Qualifications</p>
<ul>
<li>ACLS Certification.</li>
<li>Master's Degree.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p>Other Requirements</p>
<ul>
<li>Ability to perform comprehensive history and physical examination.</li>
<li>Ability to manage and coordinate a patient caseload.</li>
<li>Work within a collaborative agreement/protocol with a physician and health care team.</li>
<li>Demonstrate leadership ability to manage patients and interact effectively with peers and physicians.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p>Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran</p>
<p>
Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.</p></div>

Clinical Coordinator III- PA (Physician Assistant)

<div><ul><li>Job Type: Officer of Administration</li>
<li>Regular/Temporary: Regular</li>
<li>Hours Per Week: 35</li>
<li>Salary Range: $125,000 - $165,000</li>
</ul><div><i>The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.</i></div>
<p></p>
<p>Position Summary</p>
<div>
<p>The Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Medicine, Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC), seeks experienced Adult Nurse Practitioners (NPs) or Physician Assistants (PAs) for a dynamic, multi-dimensional clinical practice. Responsibilities will include:</p>
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<ul><li>Outpatient clinical care for a diverse patient population seeking treatment and prevention services for HIV, sexual health, COVID-19, infection-associated chronic conditions, and pre- and post-transplant care.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Inpatient consultations and follow-up care on the General Infectious Disease and Transplant Infectious Disease Consult Services.</li></ul>
<ul><li>A key role in the Intravenous Antibiotic Consultation Service, assisting patients and primary clinical teams with transitions from inpatient to outpatient care and monitoring antimicrobial therapy and outcomes.</li></ul>
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<p>The NP/PA will work collaboratively with a vibrant multidisciplinary team of Infectious Diseases and HIV physicians (attendings and fellows) and clinical pharmacists to ensure seamless communication across consult services, Infection Prevention and Control, and the Antibiotic Stewardship Program.</p>
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The NP/PA will function both independently and under the supervision of Division faculty, who will provide extensive onboarding, training, and teaching. As a core member of a growing service, the NP/PA will have opportunities for teaching, research collaboration, academic advancement, and leadership development based on individual interests.</p>
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The incumbent will be responsible for the comprehensive management of care for an assigned patient population in accordance with mutually agreed-upon protocols and the policies and procedures of the Division of Infectious Diseases and the Department of Medicine at CUIMC.</p>
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<p></p><p>Responsibilities</p>
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<li>Obtain and document interval and/or comprehensive patient histories as appropriate to the chief complaint or reason for visit.</li>
<li>Perform focused and comprehensive physical examinations, documenting pertinent positive and negative findings.</li>
<li>Formulate diagnostic impressions and differential diagnoses based on subjective and objective findings.</li>
<li>Develop and implement goal-directed care plans, including health maintenance, anticipatory guidance, and appropriate clinical interventions in accordance with established protocols and practice agreements.</li>
<li>Provide and document patient education tailored to clinical conditions, developmental stage, and health maintenance needs; assess and document patient response to treatment.</li>
<li>Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate inpatient care, diagnostic testing, and laboratory data collection; consult and refer as appropriate per collaborative agreements and protocols.</li>
<li>Serve as a primary liaison between patients, families, and the Infectious Diseases team to ensure continuity and consistency of communication and follow-up care.</li>
<li>Ensure follow-up of Infectious Diseases recommendations, including laboratory testing, radiologic studies, and microbiology results.</li>
<li>Educate patients and families regarding antimicrobial therapy, potential side effects, and communicability of infectious diseases.</li>
<li>Participate in the development and maintenance of programmatic protocols, standing orders, policies, and clinical databases.</li>
<li>Demonstrate progressive independence in patient evaluation, documentation, and billing, with attending physician oversight as required.</li>
<li>Identify and pursue ongoing professional development and continuing education goals to maintain clinical competence in accordance with licensure and institutional requirements.</li>
<li>Participate in quality assurance activities, including peer review, utilization review, competency assessments, and Medical Board reviews.</li>
<li>Conduct collaborative review of patient records to assess quality, safety, and appropriateness of care provided.</li>
<li>Perform additional related duties as needed.</li>
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<p></p><p>Minimum Qualifications</p>
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<div><ul><li>Excellent communication skills and a strong ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.</li>
<li>Strong organizational and administrative skills.</li>
</ul></div><p>For Nurse Practitioners (NPs)</p>
<ul><li>Master&rsquo;s degree or higher in Nursing, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, plus one to two years of relevant clinical experience</li>
<li>Current New York State Nurse Practitioner license (or proof of application)</li>
<li>Current New York State Registered Nurse license</li>
<li>National board certification in an appropriate NP specialty</li>
<li>Eligible BCLS and ACLS certification</li>
</ul></div><div><p>For Physician Assistants (PAs)</p>
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Physician Assistant studies or an equivalent combination of education and experience, plus four years of relevant clinical experience</li>
<li>Master&rsquo;s degree may substitute, in part, for required experience</li>
<li>Current New York State Physician Assistant license (or proof of application)</li>
<li>NCCPA certification</li>
<li>Eligible for BCLS and ACLS certification</li>
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</div><p></p><p>Preferred Qualifications</p>
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<li>Demonstrated interest in Infectious Diseases and antimicrobial therapy.</li>
<li>Experience caring for hospitalized medical or surgical patients.</li>
<li><div>Proficiency in Spanish in addition to English.</div>
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</ul><p></p><p>Other Requirements</p>
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<li><div>Must satisfy all clinical credentialing and privileging requirements of NewYork‑Presbyterian Hospital.</div>
</li><li>Successful completion of applicable compliance and systems training requirements.</li>
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<p></p><p>Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran</p>
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Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.</p></div>

Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) - Infectious Diseases

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