Emergency Department Trauma Physician Assistant (Weekday Coverage)

📍 Location & Practice Overview

• Base location: Albany, NY
• Department: Surgery - Acute Care Surgery & Critical Care (ACS&CC)
• Practice type: Hospital-Based Trauma & Acute Care
• Care setting: Emergency Department with inpatient support
• Patient population: Trauma and acute surgical patients

👩‍⚕️ Clinical Team & Collaboration

As a key member of the Acute Care Surgery & Critical Care team, you will work side-by-side with attending surgeons, surgical residents, and fellow advanced practice providers in the fast-paced emergency department environment. This collaborative model ensures comprehensive coverage for trauma activations and surgical consultations during peak hours.

• Multidisciplinary trauma response teams
• Direct partnership with board-certified trauma surgeons
• Support for inpatient medical-surgical floor teams
• Integration with medical students and residents for education
• Coordination with ED nursing and ancillary staff

✅ Qualifications & Experience

📋 Daily Clinical Responsibilities

In this weekday ED coverage role, you will serve as the primary representative for the ACS&CC service in the emergency department. This includes performing thorough patient assessments, histories, and physical examinations for trauma and surgical consultations. You will respond to Level 3 trauma activations, manage boarded patients awaiting admission, and perform necessary procedures and wound care directly in the ED setting.

Additional duties involve coordinating discharges, arranging follow-up care, and providing backup support to inpatient APP teams when needed. Accurate and timely documentation in the EMR is essential, along with effective communication across the multidisciplinary care team.

🏥 Trauma & Acute Care Case Mix

• Level I adult and pediatric trauma center patients
• Trauma consultations and Level 3 activations
• Acute surgical emergencies boarded in the ED
• Complex medical-surgical floor overflow cases
• Diverse adult and pediatric trauma presentations

⏱ Schedule & Shift Details

• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• Mid-shift hours negotiable based on team needs
• Weekday coverage focus with potential weekend flexibility
• Full-time equivalent position (1.0 FTE)
• Opportunity to support both ED and inpatient transitions

💰 Compensation & Benefits Package

• Base salary range $130,145–$151,836 depending on experience and academic rank
• Additional incentive bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Annual CME allowance with dedicated time off
• Occurrence-based malpractice coverage

🎓 Professional Development & Education

• Annual CME allowance and protected time
• Support for one quality improvement project per year
• Opportunities to contribute to education, research, and quality initiatives
• Academic affiliation with Albany Medical College
• Participation in care team meetings and teaching activities

🌆 Living and Working in Albany, NY

Albany offers a balanced lifestyle as the capital of New York State, with a rich history, vibrant downtown, and easy access to outdoor recreation in the surrounding Hudson Valley and Adirondack regions. The area provides affordable housing options compared to downstate New York, along with excellent schools and cultural amenities.

• Cost of living moderately above national average but below many Northeast metros
• Diverse housing from historic neighborhoods to modern developments
• Strong regional healthcare hub with significant provider demand
• Convenient transportation via major highways, rail, and airport access
• Abundant parks, arts scene, and family-friendly communities

⭐ Clinical Standards & Impact

You will contribute to high-quality trauma care at the region's only Level I adult and pediatric trauma center, which serves over 25 counties and handles thousands of trauma cases annually. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, timely evaluations, and continuous quality improvement within a teaching hospital environment.

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📈 Career Growth Pathways

This position offers a strong foundation for long-term advancement within a major academic health system. You will gain valuable experience in high-acuity trauma and acute care while contributing to education and research initiatives at Albany Medical College. Many providers in similar roles progress into leadership, specialized trauma programs, or academic appointments.

🔗 Emergency Department Trauma Physician Assistant – Albany, NY

This full-time Physician Assistant opportunity in the Emergency Department at Albany Med Health System focuses on trauma and acute care surgery support during weekday peak hours. Based in Albany, New York, the role involves direct collaboration with surgical teams to deliver timely consultations, assessments, and care for patients in the region's only Level I trauma center. You will manage a mix of trauma activations, surgical emergencies, and boarded patients while ensuring smooth transitions between the ED and inpatient services. Ideal for a certified PA seeking meaningful impact in a busy academic medical environment serving a broad regional population. The position combines clinical autonomy with strong team support and professional development resources.

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