PA-Orthopedic Trauma Program-2

Under the directions of the Chair of Orthopedic Services and the Executive Director of APCs, the Physician Assistant will evaluate, diagnose and treat patients following written guidelines approved by the Department of Orthopedics. Receiving general direction from the Medical Director - Surgical Services, Chairman - Orthopedic Services, Executive Director - APC’s, Lead Orthopedic Physician Assistant and Executive Director – Musculoskeletal Service Line. The position will assess, diagnose and treat health problems of patients who suffer from a range of musculoskeletal conditions from time of admission to discharge. Patients include but are not limited to: adult and pediatric inpatient trauma, joint replacement, Fragile Fracture Program patients and General Orthopedic patients. As a highly skilled clinician, the incumbent will participate with other members of the Orthopedic and Hospital Medicine Care Team in the Emergency Department, Orthopedic Inpatient Unit(s) and serve as first assist in the Operating Room.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, diagnose and treat patients with musculoskeletal conditions following written guidelines; Serve as first or second assist in the Operating Room; Obtain detailed and accurate medical history and perform comprehensive physical exams for orthopedic patients; Implement orthopedic surgery care plans including writing orders, transfer orders, wound care, dressing changes, casts/splints, and fracture reductions; Collaborate with hospitalist team and patient care team on co-managed patients; Order, review and interpret radiology and laboratory studies and implement appropriate care plans; Write discharge orders, dictate discharge summaries, and prescribe medications; Provide urgent evaluation to patients with changes in clinical status; Facilitate timely care for patients in the Geriatric Fracture Program; Participate in monthly orthopedic staff meetings, joint/geriatric fracture program team meetings, and continuing education; Ensure accurate patient billing; Operate fluoroscopy equipment safely and obtain certification within 1 year

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree; Completion of Advanced Physician Assistant training program from an accredited institution approved by the AMA; Recertification, as required, to maintain licensure; PA - Physician Assistant; ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support; Ability to care for patients with musculoskeletal conditions who may also have any range of medical problems; Maturity, self-confidence, and ability to follow complex patient management plans as directed by the attending physician; Eligible for state and federally controlled substances registration; Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients; Exceptional organizational skills and ability to organize time and priorities effectively; Flexibility to handle multiple tasks and deadline pressures; Skills to work efficiently and effectively; Knowledge and competence of basic radiation safety during fluoroscopic procedures; Broad knowledge of medical environment, surgical practices and performance goals of the orthopedic services; Highest degree of professional judgement under the direction and guidance of a licensed physician; Ability to accept instruction and guidance and assume graded responsibility in complex teamwork; Ability to administer care and treatment and exercise independent originality in solving problems within legal limits; Maintain a professional attitude toward patients and collegial working relationships with other personnel

Nice to have

Acute Medicine and/or Orthopedic experience