Physician Assistant - Pain Management - Medford New York

Company: Atlas Search
Location: Medford, New York
Posted On: 05/17/2024

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Pain Management Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant to join our client s growing healthcare team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive pain management services to patients, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough initial assessments and ongoing evaluations of patients with chronic pain conditions.
• Collect and analyze patient medical histories, perform physical examinations, and order appropriate diagnostic tests.
• Develop personalized and evidence-based treatment plans for pain management, integrating pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate holistic patient care.
• Prescribe and manage medications for pain relief, considering the patient's overall health and potential side effects.
• Monitor and adjust medication regimens based on patient response and treatment goals.
• Perform or assist in various interventional pain procedures, such as injections or nerve blocks, as part of the comprehensive pain management strategy.
• Educate patients and their families on pain management strategies, treatment options, and lifestyle modifications.
• Provide clear and understandable instructions on medications, potential side effects, and self-care measures.
• Work closely with physicians, nurses, physical therapists, and other healthcare providers to ensure a coordinated approach to patient care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, addressing questions, concerns, and providing ongoing support.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic health records, documenting patient assessments, treatments, and progress.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to the enhancement of pain management services.
• Stay informed about the latest advancements in pain management and integrate evidence-based practices into clinical care. Requirements:
  • Master's degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
  • Current NY licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant required.
  • Pain management (or related) experience preferred.
  • Proficiency in performing interventional pain procedures.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong collaborative and team-oriented approach to patient care.
  • Ability to work effectively with a diverse healthcare team. Please note- The annual base salary range is $130k to $160k. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things. Details about eligibility for bonus compensation (if applicable) will be finalized at the time of offer. Atlas Search is a tri-state area recruitment agency, connecting new graduates, Advanced Practice Providers, Physicians and Nurse Leaders to hospitals, clinics, multi-specialty groups, nursing homes, managed care companies, private practices, and healthcare start-ups. If you would like to learn more about the opportunities we offer, please submit your CV for consideration here. More...

        

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