Full Job Description
The Physician Assistant manages orthopedic spine healthcare for patients under the direction of an orthopedic surgeon/neurosurgeon. Follows assigned physician to Tampa and Riverview, FL locations weekly as dictated by clinical and surgical schedules. Assesses patient history, performs physical exams, conducts post-operative follow ups, determines diagnoses, forms treatment plans, and assists in orthopaedic surgical procedures of the spine and neck. This position is subject to PTO Blackout the last week of each December.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Evaluates, diagnoses, and formulates treatment plans for common orthopedic spine conditions under the supervision of an attending orthopedic physician.
- Reviews diagnostic studies, procedures, and consultations commonly required in the assessment of orthopedic spine patients including but not limited to: suture removal, incision integrity and drainage, and interpreting radiology studies including X-Rays, MRIs, and CT scans of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine.
- Assists surgeons in the operating rooms of credentialed hospitals and outpatient surgery centers.
- Conducts hospital rounds and subsequent incision checks and follow ups with patient.
- Administrative Items:
- Refers patients as needed to appropriate settings such as hospital emergency rooms and other outpatient practices. In the event consultation with protocol physician is needed, telephone contact may be made.
- Ensures operating room coverage in a multi-surgeon practice and communicates with office support staff on clinic schedules.
- Maintains active licensure, certifications, and continuing education requirements for all affiliated facilities.
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:
- NCCPA Certification with unencumbered medical license from Florida Board of Medicine
- Completion of a two-year accredited physician assistant program (two years of undergraduate study) plus two years of clinical training following completion of PA program
- State accreditation based on certifying exam
- Exercises professional judgment regarding consultation with supervising physicians concerning appropriate treatments
- Ability to effectively understand, follow, and communicate oral and written instructions in English. Must read, write, and speak English fluently to ensure clear work-related communication and patient safety
- Able to tolerate prolonged periods of standing, walking, moving, and frequent exposure to chemicals, bloodborne pathogens, and patient body fluids
- Able to reliably travel between Tampa and Riverview, FL locations weekly
INCLUSIVE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER