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JOB TITLE: Ortho- Physician Assistant
Central Coast Orthopedics is the leading and longest-standing orthopedic group in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties. Central Coast Orthopedics offers the most advanced comprehensive orthopedic care in the region and is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join our team. Great work/life balance working with one surgeon. No ER call and minimal, if any, hospital rounding.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
· Outpatient clinic to include problem-focused history and physical examinations
· Interpreting x-rays/advanced imaging and diagnostic procedures to establish
working diagnosis
· Developing and executing a plan of care
· Performing therapeutic and diagnostic procedures in office
· Splinting and fracture care
· Very rare hospital rounds (average less than one inpatient consultation per month)
· No ER call at this time, nor anticipated in the future (subject to change)
JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
· Knowledge of professional Physician Assistant theory and practice
· Knowledge of organizational policies, regulations, and procedures to administer
patient care
· Basic knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding
· Ability to maintain quality control standards
· Moderate computer skills and experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR –
ModMed experience is a plus)
· Display a courteous, positive, and helpful attitude to patients, their families, staff,
and physicians to include a pleasant speaking voice and demeanor
· Comfortable working in a team environment consisting of staff, physicians,
patients, and outside vendors
· Demonstrate reliability and motivation
· Maintain a neat and professional appearance
· Accurately follow surgery center/hospital procedures and protocols with minimum
supervision
EDUCATION:
Physician Assistant Master’s degree required
EXPERIENCE:
At least 2 years of experience in a physician office or hospital to include the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Orthopedic/PM&R/Occupational Medicine experience is a plus.
CERTIFICATE/LICENSE:
· Current CA Physician’s Assistant license
· DEA license
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Job duties are primarily performed in a typical clinic office environment. While there is no requirement for assisting in surgical procedures at this time, we anticipate moving small procedures into the office in the future, which may require surgical assistance. As with most healthcare positions, this position includes potential exposure to communicable diseases and body fluids. Must observe universal safety precautions to avoid contraction of disease. Requires working under stressful conditions and working long and occasionally irregular hours.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Requires full range of body motion, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Auditory and visual acuity is necessary. Requires standing for long periods of time. Must have the physical and mental stamina required for long or difficult cases and emergency call. Must be able to assist in the transfer and positioning of patients of all sizes. Occasionally required to lift and carry items up to 50 pounds.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Master’s (Required)
Experience:
- Orthopedic surgery: 2 years (Preferred)
Language:
- English (Required)
License/Certification:
- PA-C (Required)
- DEA License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- San Luis Obispo, CA 93405: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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