Gynecology Physician Assistant

Why Choose Yale New Haven Health?

Yale New Haven Health offers an excellent work environment, keeping the patient at the center of everything we do. We focus on improving clinical care, outcomes, patient satisfaction, safety, value, clinical research, and education. Our efforts reach beyond the walls of our hospitals to care for our communities, too.

Job Description

• Unlock your potential and embrace exciting opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within our esteemed healthcare system.
• We recognize how vital a smooth transition is, and with our relocation assistance, your journey can be seamless.
• Competitive salary, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. Pension plan matched tax-sheltered annuity plan and Roth contributions tuition assistance effective day one. Generous PTO program, loan forgiveness program.
• Employee wellness initiatives and support programs. Professional development and continuing education opportunities. Yale New Haven Health includes Yale New Haven, Bridgeport, Greenwich, Lawrence + Memorial, and Westerly hospitals; several specialty networks; and Northeast Medical Group, a physician-led multi-specialty group with over 1,000 physicians.

Location Overview

New Haven is a vibrant coastal city with a unique blend of culture, history, and modern amenities. Home to Yale University, it offers world-class museums, theaters, and music venues, along with a lively intellectual atmosphere. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy scenic parks, waterfront views, and hiking trails at East and West Rock, while food lovers will appreciate its renowned culinary scene (especially its legendary pizza) often ranked among the best in the country. Conveniently located between New York City and Boston, New Haven provides easy access to major metropolitan areas while maintaining a more affordable cost of living. The city combines urban energy with coastal charm, offering diverse housing options, excellent dining, and a strong sense of community. It’s an ideal place for professionals seeking career growth, cultural experiences, and a balanced lifestyle.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Care: The Physician Assistant (PA) or the Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides assessment, triage, and therapeutic management of patient/family needs throughout the disease process as an integral part of an interdisciplinary team. The NP/PA provides optimal patient care from diagnostic to prognostic matters in various settings. This individual works in collaboration with the attending supervising/collaborating physician(s) in accordance with state law and hospital regulations. They may provide autonomous team-based care, obtain medical histories, perform physical examinations, review/order diagnostic/therapeutic tests and radiologic results, formulate and manage patient treatment plans. The NP/PA may perform procedures and prescribe treatment and medications in accordance with institutional and state guidelines.

• Patient Education & Psychosocial Support: The NP/PA will educate patients/families on care and recommended or available resources. In collaboration with the supervising/collaborating MD, this may include admitting instructions, treatment plans, actual and potential side effects of treatments/medications, and discharge plans. The NP/PA provides psychosocial support to patients and their families in a caring, ethical, and professional manner.

• Information Management: The NP/PA ensures appropriate documentation in accordance with hospital and regulatory requirements and protects information from unauthorized access or disclosure.

• Quality Management: The NP/PA is expected to demonstrate a high standard of moral and ethical behavior, professionalism, compassion, and commitment to patient care. They ensure compliance with patient-related healthcare regulatory requirements.

• Professional Development: The NP/PA continuously engages in projects that maintain and advance professional competency. They may serve as a clinical resource for new house staff and provide service-specific orientation pertinent to clinical education. The NP/PA may also collaborate on research and quality assurance projects.

Education

Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or an accredited Physician Assistant Program.

Experience

Prefer clinical working experience as a NP/PA within the given specialty/service line recommended, but none required. APRNs, PAs, CRNAs, and CNMs are required to be appointed to the Affiliated Medical Staff of a YNHHS Hospital and credentialed through the Medical Staff process.

Licensure

Active PA Certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), Connecticut State Physician Assistant License, ACLS/BLS Certified when indicated for position profile. Additional licensure or certifications may be required during employment based on position and area of specialty.