Physician Assistant- Night Shift
Company: Engage Partners Inc.
Location: New York City
Posted on: February 26, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled
Physician Assistant (PA) to join our client's Inpatient Internal
Medicine team. The PA will work collaboratively with supervising
physicians and the multidisciplinary healthcare team to provide
comprehensive medical care to hospitalized patients. This role
involves managing a diverse patient population with acute and
chronic medical conditions, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered
care, and contributing to efficient patient flow and positive
outcomes. Night Shift: 11:00PM- 7:30AM (3X 12s) Must have at least
2 years of experience Responsibilities: Patient Assessment &
Management: Perform comprehensive history and physical examinations
on new admissions and existing patients Formulate differential
diagnoses and develop individualized patient treatment plans Order
and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory studies,
imaging (X-rays, CT scans, MRIs), and other relevant investigations
Prescribe medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with
established protocols and state regulations Manage a wide range of
acute and chronic medical conditions commonly seen in an inpatient
setting (e.g., pneumonia, heart failure, COPD exacerbations,
sepsis, kidney injury, diabetes) Perform minor procedures as
privileged, such as venipuncture, arterial blood gas draws,
nasogastric tube insertion, and basic wound care Collaboration &
Communication: Collaborate closely with attending physicians,
hospitalists, consulting specialists, nurses, case managers, social
workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated
and integrated patient care Communicate effectively with patients
and their families, providing updates on condition, explaining
treatment plans, and addressing concerns Participate in daily
rounds, multidisciplinary team meetings, and hand-off
communications Documentation & Compliance: Maintain accurate,
timely, and complete medical records in the Electronic Health
Record (EHR), including histories, physicals, progress notes,
orders, and discharge summaries Ensure compliance with all hospital
policies, procedures, ethical guidelines, and regulatory
requirements (e.g., CMS, Joint Commission) Discharge Planning:
Assist with discharge planning, including medication
reconciliation, patient education, arrangement of follow-up
appointments, and coordination with post-acute care facilities or
home health services Professional Development: Engage in continuous
professional development and continuing medical education (CME) to
maintain licensure and stay current with best practices in internal
medicine Participate in quality improvement initiatives and
departmental projects Requirements: Master's degree from an
accredited Physician Assistant program Current NCCPA (National
Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants) certification
Current, unrestricted Physician Assistant license in NY State Valid
DEA registration Minimum of 1-2 years of experience as a PA in an
inpatient setting, preferably in Internal Medicine or Hospital
Medicine Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and critical
thinking skills Excellent interpersonal, communication (written and
verbal), and teamwork abilities. Ability to work autonomously under
the supervision of a physician and manage a diverse patient load
Proficiency in using Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems Ability
to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic inpatient environment
Qualifications Licenses & Certifications
Keywords: Engage Partners Inc., Philadelphia , Physician Assistant- Night Shift, Healthcare , New York City, Pennsylvania