• Job Type: Officer of Administration
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Hours Per Week: 35+
• Salary Range: $145,000 - $175,000

Position Summary

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document comprehensive medical histories and perform detailed physical examinations
• Review and interpret laboratory, imaging, and diagnostic test results
• Formulate assessments and develop patient-specific treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians
• Place clinically appropriate orders, including diagnostic tests, medications, and specialty referrals
• Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and follow‑up care
• Conduct follow‑up visits to assess treatment response and modify care plans as appropriate
• Obtain informed consent for procedures and treatments within scope of practice
• Document clinical encounters, care plans, and ongoing evaluations in the electronic medical record
• Coordinate care and communicate effectively with referring physicians, inpatient teams, and external facilities
• Ensure adherence to quality, safety, and regulatory standards within the outpatient oncology clinic
• Assist with operational and clinical tasks required to support clinic workflow and patient throughput
• Participate in care team meetings, case discussions, and quality initiatives
• Perform additional clinical duties as assigned by the Nursing/Advanced Practice Director or supervising physicians

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physician assistant studies or equivalent in education and experience, plus four years of experience
• Master's degree can substitute in part for experience
• Current New York State PA license (or proof of application)
• NCCPA certification
• Eligible for DEA license
• BLS certification
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high‑acuity outpatient clinical environment
• Excellent communication, organizational, and documentation skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in hematology/oncology or other medically complex patient populations
• Familiarity with NYP/CUIMC clinical systems, workflows, and electronic medical records
• Experience providing care in an ambulatory or multidisciplinary team‑based setting
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating with supervising physicians and clinical staff

Other Requirements

• Medical clearance and participation in Medical Surveillance program required
  • Contact with patients and/or human research subjects
  • Potential bloodborne pathogen exposure
  • Wear N-95 respirator
• Successful completion of applicable compliance and systems training requirements

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.