Full Job Description
FULL TIME-PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT- ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY-PRIVATE PRACTICE- OPTIONAL 4 DAY WORK WEEK!
Orthopedic Surgery Practice- North Shore Massachusetts, seeking a certified Physician Assistant with previous orthopedic experience to join our general and sub-specialty orthopedic practice. We are located approximately 25 miles outside of Boston.
This position will have the option to work four, 10 hour days per week (40 hours), if this is desirable to the right candidate.
Qualified candidates for this job will have previous experience working within a moderate to large orthopedic practice, including experience as a surgical first assist and hospital rounding. The ideal candidate will have previous experience with orthopedic spine patients, as well as experience assisting with surgical spine procedures
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Performs evaluations of outpatients, including physical examinations and medical histories, as well as ordering of tests and prescribing medications in collaboration with physicians. Interprets laboratory and test results and communicates results to patients.
Initiates, documents and communicates patient plans of care in collaboration with supervising physicians and follows up to ensure thorough screening and preparation of patients for surgery.
Is expected to perform daily hospital rounds in an efficient and effective manner and will confer with physicians, nursing staff and other care providers effectively in the hospital setting to ensure optimum patient care.
Is expected to complete patient discharges, including discharge summaries, prescriptions and referrals, as well as educating patients on discharge instructions and follow up care.
Is able to present succinct and pertinent information to physicians in order to determine the course of care for our patients.
Performs minor procedures, including suturing, suture removal, cast application and removal, application of splints and braces and instruction, dressing applications and dressing changes, injections, aspirations.
Assists with surgical procedures in the operating room and may perform minor procedures on the unit
Returns phone calls from patients, handles prescription refills.
Dictates notes into EMR. Experience with both Centricity and Epic is preferred.
Educates, instructs and counsels patients in a compassionate and professional manner
Other duties as needed.
The Ideal Candidate:
Will be able to work effectively within a multi-tiered team of medical assistants, physician assistants and physicians, management and administrative staff.
Is open to working with different orthopedic sub-specialties and working in a variety of settings and locations each work week.
Is flexible, able to multi-task and effectively prioritize work and make efficient use of his/her time.
Is a team oriented individual that is open to learning and constructive feedback.
Is a confident leader that has a demonstrated strong commitment to the specialty of orthopedic surgery.
Qualifications:
· We are seeking candidates with a background in orthopedics and a strong commitment to the field
· Graduate of a NCCPA Physician Assistant Program
· Licensed in Massachusetts
· Ability to travel to different office locations within a 10 mile radius
· Demonstrated ability to lead and excellent verbal and written communication abilities
We offer competitive pay, health/dental insurance, FSA, HRA, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, vacation time, paid CME’s and 401K.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Orthopedics
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Beverly, MA 01915 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Beverly, MA 01915: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person