Physician Assistant or NP for Ortho

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With an abundance of outdoor adventures just waiting for you in your off time. FHW is a physician-led organization grounded in our intention to transform the health of the communities we serve in Western Colorado. Our critical access hospital, while a rural classification in name only, is a 25- bed facility serving our community with 24 / 7 emergency room services, a 30-plus clinic medical facility, robust adult and pediatric rehabilitation clinics, a wide range of imaging and lab tests and respiratory therapy. We often describe our rootedness and community involvement through staff being active in what they are passionate about while also finding ways to give back in a meaningful way to our community - the community where we live, thrive, and serve.  Family Health West is a well-established multi-specialty practice. The candidate should be a team player, willing to develop and grow an orthopedic program, who enjoys working closely with a multi-specialty group and communicates well with patients and colleagues. Key Responsibilities :

• Perform comprehensive evaluations of patients with hip, knee, and shoulder related injuries and conditions.
• Assist in the operating room, including preoperative planning, surgical assistance, and postoperative management.
• Conduct physical examinations, obtain medical histories, and develop treatment plans in collaboration with physicians.
• Order and interpret diagnostic imaging, laboratory tests, and other diagnostic studies.
• Provide patient education regarding treatment plans, surgeries, post-operative care, and rehabilitation options.
• Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with state regulations.
• Participate in the development of patient care protocols and treatment strategies.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, and physical therapists, to optimize patient care.
• Maintain detailed and accurate patient records using electronic medical record (EMR) systems. Our organization boasts :
• Not-for-profit organization
• Hospital employed
• 25 bed critical access hospital
• Board certified physicians
• Over 50 employed providers
• A strong and growing primary care base Practice Details :
• Full spectrum of orthopedic care
• Clinic location in Fruita, Colorado
• Elective cases performed Monday-Friday until 5 : 00pm
• Surgical cases for orthopedics range from small soft tissue repairs to large bone fractures and total joint replacements (knees, hips and shoulders)
• Practice includes rehabilitation services on-site and in surrounding clinics
• Strong Emergency Department capable of fracture and dislocation reductions, stabilization, and splinting of most presenting injuries Job Description Essential Functions
• Full Time, 80 hours per pay period
• 4 and 5 day work weeks (alternating) M-F
• No Call
• No Weekends
• Supporting physician with a combination of clinic days, inpatient rounding, and support in the OR
• Surgical first-assist experience is preferred Qualification Requirements : Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Program Unrestricted license to practice in the state of Colorado Unrestricted DEA permit to prescribe medications Prior experience in orthopedics is preferred, but not required Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills Qualified applicants must be Immunizations required for employment, including COVID-19 Salary starts at $132,000 annually Education Required
• Masters or better Licenses & Certifications Required
• Cert - BLS
• License - Phys Assist

Salary : $132,000