What are the responsibilities and job description for the PA or NP (Family Designation – Hand Center) position at Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists?
Full-Time Monday through Friday position
Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists is the regional leader in providing musculoskeletal health care.
We are looking for a highly skilled, patient-focused NP or PA with clinical skills to join our team of Orthopedic Doctors working primarily within our Hand Center.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities:
- Evaluates new and follow up patients who are scheduled.
- Orders appropriate diagnostic tests (labs, imaging).
- Applies and removes casts and splints for fracture care patients.
- Prescribes medications, treatments, physical therapy and occupational therapy.
- Participates in triage decisions.
- Follows guidelines set forth by NYSDOH, DEA, and CMS
- Provides office coverage for physicians (when physicians are not available) for labs, paperwork, etc.
- Performing injections: intra-articular.
- Responsible for history and physicals, patient teaching for upcoming surgery.
- Responsible for precepting student Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants.
- Maintains knowledge regarding changes in the practice of the advanced practice provider.
- Documents notes efficiently and within appropriate billing guidelines.
- Responds to emergencies including using CPR.
Position requirements include valid New York State License with National Certification.
We provide a stimulating work environment and allow you to maintain your work/life balance. We offer a very competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, 401(k) plan and generous paid time off program.
Benefits Working at SOS
Pay Range: $108,000 - $175,000
Salary : $108,000 - $175,000
