Physician Assistant
Apply NowCompany: University of Rochester
Location: Strong City, KS 66869
Description:
As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.
Job Location (Full Address):
601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642
Opening:
Worker Subtype:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Department:
400048 Medicine M&D-Infect Dis Unit
Work Shift:
Range:
UR URCB 218
Compensation Range:
$98,422.00 - $137,791.00
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:
Provides patient care in collaboration with a member of medical staff.
Responsibilities
GENERAL PURPOSE:
The position is to join a dynamic and very busy research clinic with multiple contracts with the National Institutes of Health and pharmaceutical companies. Studies currently being conducted include observational studies of respiratory illnesses such as influenza and COVID19, phase 1-3 vaccine studies, and studies in therapeutic agents in both adult and pediatric populations. Applicants should have clinical research experience and under general direction and with latitude for independent judgment assume full responsibility for various clinical projects as outlined below. This position is responsible for providing clinical care including obtaining a history, performing a physical examination, evaluation of lab results, assessment, and determination of eligibility for research studies. Acts as a resource to all team members, coordinating orientation and educational/studentc6 preceptorship.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Research Responsibilities:
Perform a health history, including sexual history and behavioral risk assessment
Targeted physical examination
Assess clients suitability for active and upcoming research studies.
Perform venipuncture
Administer Investigational Product
Provide individualized patient education
Identifies other health problems and provides referrals to appropriate health providers for evaluation and management
Performs clinical audits for Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement
Subject Safety:
Evaluation of severity, causality, and relationship of Adverse Event/Medically Attended Adverse Event/Serious Adverse Event/Adverse Event of Medical Interest
Follow up on the above until stability or resolution
Review of subject laboratory test results as related to study participation
Subject safety reporting to Sponsor and Regulatory agencies
Recruitment:
Participate in the recruitment of adult study subjects; contacting potential study participants who have expressed preliminary interest, collecting the necessary data to initiate the study visit, perform informed consent procedures: screening of potential subjects for inclusion/exclusion criteria including obtaining Informed Consent.
Clinic Tasks:
Nursing assessments and procedures for laboratory specimen collection
Nursing assessments of abnormal findings as related to protocol parameters
Participates in orientation and training of new clinic research nurses and nursepractitioners
Assists Sr. Coordinator/Manager with training staff on new protocols and procedures in compliance with Division of Microbiology and Infectious Diseases and sponsors requirements.
Assists Quality Assurance Manager with issues relating to maintaining current medical and nursing standards of care within the Infectious Diseases Research Clinic-Vaccine and Treatment Evaluation Unit
Professional Development:
Maintain University of Rochester credentialing requirements
Attend workshops/courses in protocol writing, study design and data analysis
Keep abreast of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and relevant regulations
Engaging in mentorship opportunities
Joining professional organizations (e.g., ACRP, SOCRA, APRN/PA research-focused organizations)
Attend research-related conferences, such as Investigator Meetings
Contribute to research publications, posters and presentations
Present research findings at conferences, seminars, or Grand Rounds to showcase and disseminate research work
QUALIFICATIONS:
Completion of an AMA approved Physicians Assistant Program required.
1-year clinical research experience required
2 years experience as a Physician Assistant or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
Phlebotomy skills for adult and pediatric patients and good computer skills required.
Independent and organized professional with superior interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and good oral and written communication skills required.
NYS Physicians Assistant License required.
Ability to complete the Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) program as well as other study-specific training & certification required.
Spanish language skills preferred.
EOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Disabled:
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University's mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create - and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. This commitment extends to the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates from underrepresented populations, veterans, and persons with disabilities consistent with these values and government contractor Affirmative Action obligations.
Job Location (Full Address):
601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642
Opening:
Worker Subtype:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Department:
400048 Medicine M&D-Infect Dis Unit
Work Shift:
Range:
UR URCB 218
Compensation Range:
$98,422.00 - $137,791.00
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:
Provides patient care in collaboration with a member of medical staff.
Responsibilities
GENERAL PURPOSE:
The position is to join a dynamic and very busy research clinic with multiple contracts with the National Institutes of Health and pharmaceutical companies. Studies currently being conducted include observational studies of respiratory illnesses such as influenza and COVID19, phase 1-3 vaccine studies, and studies in therapeutic agents in both adult and pediatric populations. Applicants should have clinical research experience and under general direction and with latitude for independent judgment assume full responsibility for various clinical projects as outlined below. This position is responsible for providing clinical care including obtaining a history, performing a physical examination, evaluation of lab results, assessment, and determination of eligibility for research studies. Acts as a resource to all team members, coordinating orientation and educational/studentc6 preceptorship.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Research Responsibilities:
Perform a health history, including sexual history and behavioral risk assessment
Targeted physical examination
Assess clients suitability for active and upcoming research studies.
Perform venipuncture
Administer Investigational Product
Provide individualized patient education
Identifies other health problems and provides referrals to appropriate health providers for evaluation and management
Performs clinical audits for Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement
Subject Safety:
Evaluation of severity, causality, and relationship of Adverse Event/Medically Attended Adverse Event/Serious Adverse Event/Adverse Event of Medical Interest
Follow up on the above until stability or resolution
Review of subject laboratory test results as related to study participation
Subject safety reporting to Sponsor and Regulatory agencies
Recruitment:
Participate in the recruitment of adult study subjects; contacting potential study participants who have expressed preliminary interest, collecting the necessary data to initiate the study visit, perform informed consent procedures: screening of potential subjects for inclusion/exclusion criteria including obtaining Informed Consent.
Clinic Tasks:
Nursing assessments and procedures for laboratory specimen collection
Nursing assessments of abnormal findings as related to protocol parameters
Participates in orientation and training of new clinic research nurses and nursepractitioners
Assists Sr. Coordinator/Manager with training staff on new protocols and procedures in compliance with Division of Microbiology and Infectious Diseases and sponsors requirements.
Assists Quality Assurance Manager with issues relating to maintaining current medical and nursing standards of care within the Infectious Diseases Research Clinic-Vaccine and Treatment Evaluation Unit
Professional Development:
Maintain University of Rochester credentialing requirements
Attend workshops/courses in protocol writing, study design and data analysis
Keep abreast of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and relevant regulations
Engaging in mentorship opportunities
Joining professional organizations (e.g., ACRP, SOCRA, APRN/PA research-focused organizations)
Attend research-related conferences, such as Investigator Meetings
Contribute to research publications, posters and presentations
Present research findings at conferences, seminars, or Grand Rounds to showcase and disseminate research work
QUALIFICATIONS:
Completion of an AMA approved Physicians Assistant Program required.
1-year clinical research experience required
2 years experience as a Physician Assistant or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
Phlebotomy skills for adult and pediatric patients and good computer skills required.
Independent and organized professional with superior interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and good oral and written communication skills required.
NYS Physicians Assistant License required.
Ability to complete the Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) program as well as other study-specific training & certification required.
Spanish language skills preferred.
EOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Disabled:
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University's mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create - and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. This commitment extends to the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates from underrepresented populations, veterans, and persons with disabilities consistent with these values and government contractor Affirmative Action obligations.