Full Job Description
DISC Surgery Center is the pinnacle of excellence in spine care, orthopedics, interventional pain management, and sports medicine. With cutting-edge facilities, DISC has become the premier provider of innovative and minimally invasive surgical solutions throughout California. Our commitment to pioneering medical advancements is embodied by our state-of-the-art outpatient surgery centers and full-service clinics, setting a groundbreaking benchmark for high-acuity procedures in an outpatient setting.
One of our Board-Certified fellowship trained Orthopedic Surgeons that specializes in arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, hip and knee, as well total hip arthroplasty is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant. This Monday – Friday position will work primarily out of our Marina Del Rey location, with 1-2 days a week at our Newport Beach location.
In this position, you will:
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Effectively identify, evaluate, and addresses disease prevention and health promotion issues of the population in the practice while administering quality patient care.
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Coordinate patient care including ordering of laboratory tests and radiographic studies
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Teach and promote health maintenance.
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Prescribe medications according to established protocols.
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Refers patients/residents to appropriate licensed physicians.
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Document care in patient medical records.
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Consult with other staff as needed.
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Work in an independent and interdependent relationship with members of the medical staff, which allows for consultation and collaboration.
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Maintain legible, accurate, and confidential medical records. Documents all medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures treatment, outcomes, education, referrals, and consultations consistent with AAAHC and state regulatory standards.
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Facilitate evaluation of records by physician(s), peers, and Quality and Standards according to protocols, and receives and implements constructive directives.
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Ability to function in the OR as an assistant as needed.
- Graduated from an ARC-PA accredited physician assistant program
- National Physician Assistant Certification
- CA Physician Assistant License
- BLS Certification
- An interest in patient care/clinic work and assisting the OR
Pay Range: $130,000 – $150,000/year
DISC Surgery Center is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.