Senior Physician Assistant - Surgical Oncology

Position Summary

The Senior Physician Assistant (PA) is responsible for the clinical practice of medicine within a designated specialty, working in collaboration with a supervising physician and in accordance with an established delineation of privileges. With a minimum of five years of clinical experience, the Senior PA serves as an advanced practitioner, demonstrating expert clinical knowledge and the ability to manage complex patient care scenarios independently. This role reflects a high level of proficiency in patient-centered care, professionalism, interprofessional collaboration, and evidence-based practice. In addition to core clinical responsibilities, the Senior PA contributes to medical education, patient relations, and continuous practice-based learning and improvement.

Job Responsibilities

• Leads clinical decision-making in high-pressure situations to facilitate resolution of challenging patient care scenarios.

• Applies advanced clinical science knowledge to deliver safe, effective, and evidence-based patient care.

• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure clear exchange of information and collaborative care planning.

• Provides patient-centered care that reflects compassion, respect, and responsiveness to individual needs and preferences.

• Collaborates constructively with healthcare professionals to optimize patient safety, care quality, and interdisciplinary teamwork.

• Upholds ethical, culturally sensitive, and legally compliant medical practice in all aspects of patient care and professional conduct.

Education

• Graduate from ARC-PA accredited program
• Master's degree in PA studies or a related discipline preferred

Experience

• A minimum of 5 years' experience in specialty or similar specialty as a Physician Assistant
• Clinical leadership experience in an acute care setting with evidence of strong leadership potential

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Team-oriented individual able to work collaboratively to achieve team goals
• Demonstrates strong leadership skills, including supporting employee motivation, relationship building, adaptability and passion for patient-centered care
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Evidence of strong leadership skills, including supporting employee motivation, relationship building, adaptability and passion for patient-centered care

Licenses and Certifications

• Current New York State Physician Assistant License & Registration
• Certification from the National Commission of Physician Assistants, Inc (NCCPA)
• BLS certification, issued by the American Heart Association
• Current ACLS or PALS (if applicable)