Full Job Description
Who We Are
As the largest and most comprehensive orthopaedic team in the state, we bring together the medical expertise of leading orthopaedic and musculoskeletal surgeons, specialists, and research pioneers. Every provider in our network shares a deep commitment to leadership in education, innovation, and research, as well as a dedicated focus on prioritizing patient care across the continuum of treatment. Our committed team of experts ensures timely and effective treatment for a diverse range of orthopaedic injuries and conditions.
Why Join Us?
Interested in orthopaedics? Discover why it’s worth pursuing with us. Our career opportunities offer competitive salaries, outstanding benefits, and a platform to pursue your passion. As Michigan’s largest and most comprehensive orthopaedic team, we are actively seeking skilled and enthusiastic individuals to join us today.
Position Summary
The Physician Assistant specializing in spine care plays a key role in delivering high-quality patient care. This includes conducting thorough evaluations, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, assisting in the operating room (OR) as a first assist, and developing individualized treatment plans. The role also involves ensuring accurate and timely documentation to support effective treatment for spine-related conditions.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive evaluations and assessments of patients with spine and orthopedic conditions.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including on-site X-rays.
- Collaborate with supervising physicians to ensure continuity of care, and refer patients as needed to support a comprehensive and coordinated care plan.
- Educate patients on their diagnoses, treatment options, and preventive care, as directed by supervising providers.
- Work closely with orthopedic surgeons and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care.
- Prescribe medications and develop treatment plans in accordance with patient needs and regulatory guidelines.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and detailed documentation of patient encounters.
- Provide first-assist support in the operating room, performing tasks as directed by the surgeon to ensure efficient and effective surgical procedures.
Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
- Current licensure as a Physician Assistant in the state of Michigan.
- Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
- Previous experience in orthopedics preferred particularly in the spine specialty.
- Strong clinical skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Current DEA license.
Our company participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees, as required by federal law.