Nephrology Physician Assistant

Nephrology Physician Assistant - Bronx, NY (#3418)

Location: Bronx, NY
Employment Type: Full-time or Part-time (minimum of 3 days for Part-time)
Salary: $135,000 - $150,000/yr

Position Overview

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is currently seeking a Nephrology Physician Assistant to fill an opening with a multi-specialty practice located in Bronx, New York. This role offers the opportunity to provide specialized care to patients with kidney-related conditions in a collaborative and supportive outpatient setting.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive annual salary range of $135,000 - $150,000/yr
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Paid Time Off
  • Retirement Savings
  • Commuter Benefits program
  • Visa Sponsorship opportunities
  • Malpractice insurance coverage
  • Loan repayment
  • Flexible schedules
  • Stable Employment
  • Exclusive 20% Discount Tuition Reduction with local College
• Work Schedule: Flexible options available—open to full-time or part-time positions (minimum of 3 days for Part-time).
• Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience in a collaborative, innovative, and supportive multi-specialty practice environment.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving patient outcomes for individuals with chronic kidney disease, hypertension, and other renal conditions.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Licensure: Must have an active New York State license. Must be board-certified or board-eligible.
• Experience: At least 1 year of experience as a Physician Assistant (not necessarily in Nephrology). Nephrology experience is a plus but not required.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in patient assessment, diagnostic test interpretation, medication management, and electronic health records. Willingness to learn nephrology-specific procedures and treatments.
• Soft Skills: Strong clinical judgment, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, empathy, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including medical histories, physical examinations, and renal function evaluations.
• Assist in the diagnosis and management of kidney-related conditions such as chronic kidney disease, hypertension, electrolyte imbalances, glomerulonephritis, and end-stage renal disease.
• Order, interpret, and analyze diagnostic tests including blood work (creatinine, BUN, GFR), urinalysis, and imaging studies.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the supervising nephrologist.
• Prescribe medications, including antihypertensives, diuretics, and phosphate binders, as appropriate.
• Educate patients and families on kidney disease management, dietary modifications (fluid, sodium, potassium, phosphorus restrictions), medication adherence, and when to seek emergency care.
• Coordinate care with dialysis centers, transplant teams, and other specialists within the multi-specialty practice.
• Monitor patient progress through regular follow-up visits and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely documentation in electronic medical records.
• Stay current with advancements in nephrology through continuing medical education and collaboration with supervising physicians.