Physician Assistant - GYN/Oncology

SUMMARY

The Physician Assistant in this role will perform medical examinations, selected diagnostic and therapeutic tasks, and other special procedures to assist in the delivery of medical services to patients.

STATUS: Full-time

LOCATION: Rochester General Hospital

DEPARTMENT: GYN Oncology

SCHEDULE: Days (Monday-Friday)

ATTRIBUTES

Strong customer service and communication skills

Compassionate, warm and patient focused

Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action

Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision

Exceptional documentation skills and professional behavior

RESPONSIBILITIES

Patient Care. Provide outpatient care to Gynecologic Oncology patients Monday through Friday. Obtain comprehensive medical histories, perform physical examinations, assess treatment tolerability, evaluate psychosocial adjustment to diagnosis, manage acute treatment-related complications, and order laboratory tests, imaging studies, and other diagnostic procedures.

Management & Development. Develop treatment plans in collaboration with the attending physician and multidisciplinary team, including nursing and social work, to provide optimal patient care. Coordinate specialty consultations, assist with research data collection as appropriate, and participate in ongoing professional development. Opportunities are available to develop procedural skills, including pelvic examinations, biopsies, and other in-office gynecologic procedures.

Patient Satisfaction. Interact on a frequent, regular, and daily basis with patients, family members, physicians, nursing, social work, and other healthcare professionals. Provide education, counseling, and support while helping patients navigate their diagnosis and treatment plan with empathy and compassion.

Medication & Orders. Prescribe medications, write orders, perform approved outpatient procedures, and respond to changes in patient condition in collaboration with the multidisciplinary oncology team.

Documentation. Obtain complete, detailed, and accurate patient histories; review patient records; perform physical examinations; and document all pertinent findings to develop comprehensive treatment plans and ensure continuity of care for assigned patients.

EDUCATION:

BS: Physician Assistant (Required)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

PA-C - Certified Physician Assistant - National Committee on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)National Committee on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), RPA - Registered Physician Assistant - NYS Office of ProfessionsNew York State Education Department (NYSED)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$100,000.00 - $150,000.00

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14617

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.