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Posted 4 days ago
Physician Assistant - Urology
Albany Med Health System
📍 Cohoes, US
seg_1_regularFull-timeUrgent
Job description
<p>The <strong>Department of Urology at Albany Medical College </strong>is seeking a <strong>full-time Physician Assistant</strong> to join our busy and collaborative general urology practice. This position offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive outpatient urologic care in a supportive, team-oriented environment.</p><p><strong>Position Highlights:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Full-time Monday-Friday schedule</p></li><li><p>Clinic hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.</p><ul><li><p>Upon completion of onboarding and training, four 10-hour days may be available.</p></li></ul></li><li><p>Primary sites: South Clinical Campus (Albany) and Niskayuna</p></li><li><p>Average 18-20 patients per day once fully trained</p></li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with a wide range of general urologic conditions</p></li><li><p>See both scheduled patients and same-day urgent add-ons for concerns such as hematuria, urinary tract infections, elevated PSA, and kidney stones</p></li><li><p>Perform in-office procedures, including testosterone and Eligard injections</p></li><li><p>Conduct patient education, follow-up visits, and medication management</p></li><li><p>Collaborate closely with attending urologists, nursing staff, and administrative support staff to ensure high-quality patient care</p></li><li><p>Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including imaging and laboratory studies</p></li><li><p>Document patient encounters and treatment plans accurately in the electronic health record</p></li><li><p>Participate in quality improvement and practice efficiency initiatives</p></li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li><p>License and active registration as a registered nurse/nurse practitioner or physician assistant in New York State</p></li><li><p>Master's Degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program</p></li><li><p>Familiarity working in electronic medical records. Epic experience a plus.</p></li><li><p>Collaborate effectively across various departments to ensure cohesive, patient-centered care and a positive work environment.</p></li><li><p>Maintain HIPAA and patient confidentiality.</p></li></ul><p>This position offers the chance to build clinical expertise across the full spectrum of general urology while working within one of the region's leading academic health systems.</p><p><strong>We offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Competitive base salary range $117,766-$138,548 with additional incentive bonus opportunity</p></li><li><p>Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)</p></li><li><p>Generous paid time off and holiday schedule</p></li><li><p>Albany Med retirement plan plus a 403(b)</p></li><li><p>Annual CME allowance and dedicated CME time</p></li><li><p>Occurrence-based malpractice coverage</p></li><li><p>Employee wellness programs and mental health support</p></li></ul><p>Albany Medical Center is the centerpiece of medicine, research, and medical education in New York's Capital Region and is the area's largest private employer with more than 10,000 employees.</p><p>Albany Medical Center offers excellent career opportunities in a wide range of roles in both patient care and administration. We value all our staff members and offer <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link" href="https://www.albanymed.org/careers/albany-medical-center-careers/employee-benefits-and-advantages/">outstanding employee benefits</a> including:</p><ul><li><p>Excellent health care coverage with no copay at Albany Medical Center providers</p></li><li><p>A wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing</p></li></ul><p>Anchored in the state's historic capital city, Albany Medical Center offers a full range of inpatient and outpatient care and is home to the region's largest hospital, only Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma centers, and only children's hospital. The<br>downtown campus also offers opportunities at Albany Medical College.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link" href="https://www.albanymed.org/albany/">Albany Medical Center</a>, along with <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link" href="http://columbiamemorialhealth.org/">Columbia Memorial Health</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link" href="http://glensfallshospital.org/">Glens Falls Hospital</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link" href="http://saratogahospital.org/">Saratoga Hospital</a>, and the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link" href="https://www.albanymed.org/visitingnurses/">Visiting Nurses</a>, form the Albany Med Health System, serving more than three million people over 25 counties.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link" href="https://gocapny.com/">Learn more about what the Capital Region has to offer here!</a></p><p><strong>Albany Medical College</strong> is an <strong>Equal Opportunity Employer</strong> and encourages applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences, including women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.</p>