What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - West Texas Orthopedic position at Midland Health?
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY The Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed practitioner who works closely with the supervising orthopedic surgeon to provide clinical care, coordinate patient management, and support in the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal conditions. The PA is responsible for conducting assessments, developing care plans, performing procedures, and ensuring effective communication with the healthcare team and patients. The role also includes performing pre-operative and post-operative evaluations, patient education, and assisting with surgeries as required.
SCHEDULE
Full-Time
Monday - Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
• Provide clinical management in collaboration with the orthopedic surgeon and healthcare team, including patient assessments, diagnosis, and treatment planning.
• Assist with surgical procedures and post-operative care, ensuring proper follow-up and management.• Conduct pre-operative evaluations, including medical history review, physical exams, and ordering necessary diagnostic tests.• Document patient encounters, including detailed medical histories, examination findings, treatment plans, and progress notes in the electronic health record (EHR).• Provide patient education on surgical procedures, rehabilitation plans, and preventive care.• Coordinate care and communicate with other healthcare providers, including physical therapists, imaging centers, and primary care physicians.• Follow up on test results, schedule follow-up appointments, and ensure that patients are progressing according to treatment plans.• Assist in managing in-office procedures, such as joint injections, aspirations, and casting.• Act as a liaison between patients and the orthopedic surgeon, ensuring clear and accurate communication.• Participate in rounding and patient consultations, both in the hospital and outpatient clinic settings.• Stay updated on current orthopedic procedures, best practices, and continuing education opportunities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.• Licensed as a Physician Assistant in the State of Texas.• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications.• Previous experience in orthopedic surgery, musculoskeletal care, or related specialty preferred.• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) and other relevant computer systems.• Eligible for hospital privileges.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
· To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The individual must be able to:
· Stand, walk, sit, stoop, reach, lift, see, speak and hear. Lifting is limited to 35 lbs. for clinical staff and to 50 lbs. for non-clinical staff. The individual must use an assisted-lift device or get another individual(s) to assist with the lift that is over these maximum limits.
