Physician Assistant Floating
Description
JOB TITLE: Physician Assistant Floating
SALARY RANGE: $ 90,000- 124,125 k
LOCATION: 420 Lexington Ave, New York NY & 300 Old Country Rd, Mineola, NY
HOURS OF WORK: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm (7 1/2 hours/day)
DEADLINE: Open until filled
Summary
Under the direct supervision of the Medical Director, this position will perform general occupational health evaluations which includes pre-placement, periodic, medical surveillance, fitness for duty (including work related injuries) and return to duty examinations. The incumbent will make appropriate work status dispositions under Federal, state, and local regulations and agency policies and standards.
Responsibilities
Perform complete pre-placement medical examinations and determine applicant qualification for position consistent with regulations and agency policies and standards Perform periodic medical examinations as required for position and make appropriate work status determinations
Perform medical examinations required by Federal regulations such as for engineer and conductor certification, hearing conservation, asbestos handler
Schedule and conduct follow-up examinations as indicated or required for chronic conditions such as cardiac disease, diabetes, hypertension and sleep disorders and case management follow-up of employees out due to injury on duty or sick.
Work with Assistant Medical Director and other clinical staff members as needed for medical review and quality assurance and audit activities Work with clinical nurse as needed to perform diagnostic testing such as audiometry, EKGs, vision testing.
Perform CDL medical examinations.
Assist with case management of injured/sick employees.
Qualifications
Must have a valid Physician Assistant License.
Must have excellent clinical experience and judgment for accurate determinations of ability to perform duties of positions when applicants or employees have complex medical issues
Education and Experience
Requires current valid license as a Physician Assistant in the State of New York and three years of clinical experience or satisfactory equivalent. Preferred clinical experience in an occupational setting or primary care ambulatory facility.
If selected for the position, an FMCSA medical examiner certification is required within 90 days of employment with the MTA.
Other Information
As an employee of MTA Headquarters, you may be required to complete an annual financial disclosure statement with the State of New York, if your position earns more than $101,379
(this figure is subject to change) per year or if the position is designated as a policy maker.
Equal Employment Opportunity
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.