Physician Assistant Per Diem – Urgent Ortho Care

Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Specialists (ONS) has an excellent opportunity for a per diem Physician Assistant to join its Urgent Ortho Care team. The PA will provide care at the Greenwich and Wilton, CT locations. This well-regarded practice provides a highly collegial and supportive work environment.

ONS is a multi-specialty orthopaedic and neurosurgery practice that has served patients throughout the New York Metropolitan area for more than 20 years. The 36 ONS fellowship trained physicians provide expertise in the full spectrum of musculoskeletal conditions and injuries, sports medicine, minimally invasive orthopedic, spine and brain surgery, joint replacement, and trauma. ONS provides onsite digital imaging and state-of-the art physical therapy and MRI. ONS also operates a world class AAAHC accredited ASC in Stamford, CT.

Responsibilities:

Summary: The provider will work in the ONS Urgent Ortho Care Center and assess and treat urgent musculoskeletal injuries. The per diem shift covers weekday evenings (4pm-7pm) and/or Saturday afternoons (12pm-4pm).

• Performs and documents history and physicals of walk-in patients
• Evaluates and treats injuries including sprains, strains, fractures, wound care and post op problems
• Performs in-office procedures such as cast/splint placements, wound care and managing infection
• Orders X-rays and other diagnostic tests as needed
• Consistently and accurately documents all calls, treatments, medications, etc. in patient chart
• Instructs and counsels patients regarding diagnosis and follow up steps
• Responds to all patient questions
• Assists physicians in addressing urgent patient needs as necessary
• Maintains clinical information with additions/corrections as needed
• Performs other duties/projects as assigned

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Requirements:

• Masters degree
• Valid Connecticut PA license
• Board Certified
• DEA and Connecticut Controlled Substances License
• Minimum 1 years orthopedic or emergency room experience preferred
• Ability to work independently (with physician on-call)
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills

For more information about ONS, please visit onsmd.com.