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Job Description
Job Description
Description : COMPENSATION :
Base salary $160,000
Sign-on Bonus
Relocation Package
Job Description :
Full-timeDay Shift On call TBD based on number of providers sharing the call
Ability to work weekends occasionally
Opening due to growth and expansion of services
Call : shared equitably
Surgical Assist, ED consults, floor rounding, pre and post op, patient education
Order tests, review labs, prescribe medications, progress and discharge notes
Custom orientation adapted to your skills
PAs are assigned to the pool of 2-3 surgeons.
Performs comprehensive and problem focused history and physical exams, interprets and correlates laboratory and diagnostic procedures.
Interprets and correlates subjective and objective data to formulate a differential diagnose and establish a working diagnosis.
Formulates a treatment plan for Orthopedic problems within scope of practice.
Implements therapeutic intervention for specific conditions when appropriate.
Exercises judgment on problems requiring consultation, referral, or evaluation by the supervising Orthopedic surgeon or other health care professionals.
Orders, collects, and performs appropriate laboratory or diagnostic procedures, and studies including but not limited to blood and tissue specimens.
Orders or performs diagnostic studies such as, but not limited to, EMG, electrocardiogram, compartment pressure measurements, and x-ray examinations including special xray examinations CT, MRI, and bone scans etc.
Performs procedures such as, but not limited to, digital blocks, regional anesthesia, and minor outpatient surgical procedures such as but not limited to : tendon repair, wound closure, wound management, wound debridement, incision and drainage, needle biopsy, percutaneous pinning of fractures, k-wire removal and hardware removal.
Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including, but not limited to, joint and bursa aspirations, closed reduction of fractures and dislocations, injections of joints, tendons, trigger points and bursa, as well as brace, cast and splint applications.
Assists in surgery to include but not limited to, first assist, deep and superficial tissue closures, application of appliances and any other action delegated by the surgeon.
Conducts hospital rounds, writes orders, and otherwise assists the Orthopedic surgeon.
Serves as primary orthopedic call for Hospital’s patients in the Emergency Department and various inpatient units. Will participate in call coverage along with other employed and non-employed PA’s and NP’s including regular weekday, weekend and 24-hour call. May be asked to rotate schedule to provide call during holiday, weekend and night coverage.
Evaluates and clarifies clinical conditions, formulates and implements a treatment or therapeutic plan for hospitalized patients, dictates discharge summaries, histories and physicals.
Orders, prescribes, dispenses, and administers medication, orthosis, orthotics, braces and other orthopedic devices as may be allowed by state legislation.Evaluates, screens and councils patients on health maintenance and promotes utilization of community resources.
Designs, conducts and / or participates in research studies, manages databases, and performs quality assurance.In collaboration with the attending physician, prepares and records patient history, develops and implements a plan of care
Participates in daily rounds on assigned patients and documents the pertinent symptoms, findings, diagnoses and care plans. Utilizes electronic medical record for order entry and documentation. Participates in multidisciplinary rounding
SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
- Proficiency with the electronic health records for documentation, assessment, and care management, performing these activities concurrently with provision of care throughout the shift
- Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with patients, family members and the healthcare team
- Ability to work independently and perform effectively in stressful and / or emergent situations
- Demonstrates initiative and motivation
- Excellent customer service orientation skills necessary in order to deal effectively with various levels of Hospital personnel, outside customers and community groups
- Understands of anatomy, diagnosis, treatment options, procedures, methods and equipment.
- Ability to complete clinical and surgical responsibilities in a timely fashion
- Analytical ability to monitor data, develop treatment plans and prescribe medication
- Exercises good judgment, demonstrates effective critical thinking skills
- Flexible, able to prioritize and address multiple responsibilities concurrently
- Works effectively under stress and frequently changing job requirements / situations
- Maintains regular, consistent and punctual attendance at the assigned job location
PHYSICAL / MENTAL / ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS :
EMR : Epic
Compensation and Benefits :
Base salary $160,000 (This represents the rate for an individual with significant experience in this job in a full-time 40 hour per week position).
Potential Sign-on Bonus up to $10,000
Relocation assistance, if applicable
Comprehensive benefits package including 6% match
Generous PTOCME allowance
Licensing and professional fee allowance
Paid interview expenses
Onsite Employee Health and Wellness Clinic
Onsite Child Care and Learning Center
Requirements :
Salary : $160,000
