How you move is why we’re here. ® Now more than ever.

Get back to what you need and love to do. The possibilities are endless… Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent – candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success. If this describes you then let’s talk! HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.

Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.

Emp Status

Regular Full time

Work Shift

Variable (United States of America)

What you will be doing

How you move is why we’re here. ® Now more than ever.

Get back to what you need and love to do. The possibilities are endless… Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent – candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success. If this describes you then let’s talk! HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.

Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.

Emp Status

Regular Full time

Work Shift

Monday – Friday, on-call evening/weekends

What you will be doing

JOB DESCRIPTION

Hospital for Special Surgery, #1 in Orthopedics for the last 15 years, is currently looking for a Full Time Physician Assistant. This position is to support the practice of Dr. Matthew Butler at HSS Florida, West Palm Beach. Dr. Matthew Butler is a board-certified hand and upper extremity surgeon at HSS Florida. He has over a decade of experience with extensive expertise and skill in treating a wide range of conditions affecting the hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder in patients of all ages. Dr. Butler believes in taking a patient-centered approach to helping others reach their goals and function at their highest possible level, using arthroscopic and minimally invasive treatments when possible. He prides himself on staying up to date on new and innovative surgical techniques.

The PA will serve as a primary assistant to the doctor. Duties will include clinical evaluation of patients in the office, counseling patients and their families regarding proposed surgical procedures as well as addressing pre-and post-operative patient questions and concerns, and surgical first assist role in the operating room. The PA will interact closely with office staff, other PAs, patients and families to be an integral part of providing a high level of clinical care and service.

Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited PA program, current FL PA-C License, BLS/ACLS certification and NCCPA board certification are required.

Minimum of 2+ years of experience as a PA, preferably in an orthopedic setting or alternate surgical subspecialty. PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS Continuously stand/walk or lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight. Continuously stand/walk or lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight (20 to 50 lbs). ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS Indoor area with frequent exposure. Located in an indoor area with frequent exposure to mild physical discomfort from dust, fumes, temperature, and noise. Examples: patient care providers and laboratory technicians. HAZARDS OSHA OSHA Category 1.Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and other potentially infectious materials. POSITION & UNIT ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Upholds Standards/Expectations of HSS Staff – Prioritizes assignments. Demonstrate ability to prioritize, manage time, and maximize productivity.
• Supports Department Activities – Dependable and reliable. Is dependable and reliable with coworkers and independent work.

Plans and Organizes – Supports department goals & objectives. Supports the department goals and objectives. Upholds HSS Professional/Clinical Standards – General (Communication).Initiates and maintains open, direct and effective documented and verbal communication with colleagues/medical staff and all members of the department as applicable. Responds to emails, and communications/ messages as soon as possible in a professional manner with compassion and understanding.

EDUCATION REQUIRED Bachelor’s. Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant Training Program. EDUCATION PREFERRED Master’s, Physician Assistant. CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE PREFERRED Current NCCPA Certificate – 100 hours of continuing medical education must be logged every 2 years. Recertification Examination must be taken every 6-10 years and passed successfully.

Non-Discrimination Policy Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing high quality care and skilled, compassionate, reliable service to our community in a safe and healing environment. Consistent with this commitment, Hospital for Special Surgery provides care, admits, and treats patients and provides all services without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law or by accreditation standards.

Non-Discrimination Policy Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing high quality care and skilled, compassionate, reliable service to our community in a safe and healing environment. Consistent with this commitment, Hospital for Special Surgery provides care, admits, and treats patients and provides all services without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law or by accreditation standards.