Certified Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant - Resurgens Orthopaedics

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Full‑time position.

• Perform complete physical exams, pre‑operative and post‑operative evaluations, and record findings.
• Order and interpret diagnostic studies (e.g., x‑rays, MRIs, CTs, serum/joint fluid labs, Dexa scans, vascular Doppler).
• Establish a diagnosis, determine a treatment plan, implement the necessary ancillaries, order additional and selective studies or laboratory evaluations.
• Consult with specialists and interventional physicians as required by the case’s diagnosis and severity.
• Assist in reduction of fractures and dislocations.
• Provide minor office surgical care (e.g., toenail removal, suturing).
• Apply and remove casts, splints, and immobilizing devices; remove sutures or staples; change dressings; draw up injections.
• Administer injections, immunizations, oral medications, aspiration of joints, suture wounds, wound debridement, and other clinic procedures.
• Prepare written prescription orders for drugs and controlled substances; authorize prescription refills.
• Assist physicians in the application of specialized orthopedic devices; fit and measure braces and orthopedic devices.
• Instruct patients and their representatives regarding medications and treatment instructions; provide patient education on use of crutches, canes, and other orthopedic devices.
• Assist physicians by recording patient progress notes and transcribing orders.
• Triage patient telephone calls, answer questions, provide consultation and education to the patient and representatives.
• Provide monitoring and continuity of care.
• Perform independent evaluations and treatment procedures in emergency situations.

• Obtain complete pre‑operative medical history and physical data regarding surgical patients.
• Acquire proper surgical equipment and hardware needed to perform scheduled surgical procedures.
• Assist in surgery, which may include first assistant, deep and superficial tissue closures, application of appliances and any other action delegated by the surgeon.
• Conduct hospital rounds, evaluate and clarify clinical conditions, formulate and implement a treatment or therapeutic plan for hospitalized patients.
• Dictate discharge summaries, histories and physicals.
• Maintain a log of all surgical procedures, for documentation and billing purposes.
• Take first call for the physician, which may include: deciding to admit, arranging surgical intervention, scheduling emergency surgery, radiologic procedures, writing orders, permitting, and appraisal of the case to the physician.
• Make emergency room evaluations and inpatient consultations.

• Provide supporting documentation and coding information for all health care services provided.
• Attend required meetings and participate in committees as requested.
• Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.
• Protect patient privacy in compliance with HIPAA Privacy Regulations.

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current and active licenses and certifications.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Demonstrated conflict‑management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with great attention to detail.
• Operating room experience preferred.

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Full‑time.

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