Physician Assistant-Certified

Full Job Description

Job Summary:We are looking for a skilled Physician Assistant (PA) to support our neurosurgeon as a part of the Invictus Spine Team on a part time basis. In this position, the PA will make hospital rounds and will provide patient care in the clinical setting. The PA will not be required to provide surgical assistance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Rounds: Conduct daily rounds (Monday through Friday only) to assess the condition of the patients, monitor progress, and update treatment plans as necessary.
• Clinical Care: Conduct detailed patient assessments, including medical histories, physical exams, and diagnostic tests (e.g., MRIs, DEXA, etc.) in order to develop the appropriate treatment plan for each individual patient. Refer surgical patients to the neurosurgeon or other surgeons as necessary. Perform follow-ups, monitor patient progress, and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation of patient assessments, progress notes and treatment plans in the EHR. Ensure all records are in compliance with healthcare regulations and confidentiality standards.
• Patient Education and Counseling: Counsel patients and their families about their condition, treatment options, and lifestyle changes to improve long-term outcomes. Explain risks, benefits, and expected outcomes of procedures in an understandable way.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the neurosurgeon, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless patient care. Participate in team meetings and case discussions to contribute to care plans and best practices.

Qualifications:

• Education:
• PA certification
• BLS and ACLS certification
• Skills & Competencies:
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex medical information to patients and families.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team and provide patient-centered care.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $80,000.00 – $100,000.00 per year

Expected hours: No less than 20 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Medical-Surgical
• Surgery

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Work Location: In person