Physician - Orthopedic Surgery

Profession: Physician Assistant

Specialty: Surgery Orthopedic

Duration: 6-8 months

Shift: Night

Hours per Shift: 8 hours (19:00 - 07:00)

Experience: Minimum 1 year experience; 1 year OR experience required; prior Orthopedic/sports medicine experience preferred

License: MN license PA or NP required upon hire

Certifications: Board Certification as Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner required upon hire.

Must-Have: BLS Tier 1 - Basic Life Support
- Multisource required within 180 days;
Certification as Physician Assistant - NCCPA National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants upon hire required;
Certified Nurse Practitioner (ANCC) or equivalent PA certification within specialty upon hire

Description:

We are seeking a Physician Assistant specializing in Surgery Orthopedic to provide care for orthopedic patients.

The role involves supporting clinical staff during clinic days.

The expected patient population primarily includes adolescents and adults.

Daily clinic visits will average 20-25 patients.

Special procedures include first assist in the operating room for total joint replacements and fracture repairs.

Additional responsibilities include casting, splinting, DME application, and performing joint injections.

Experience in an operating room setting is required.

Candidates must possess the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Familiarity with EPIC electronic medical record system is preferred.

Overall, the position requires strong clinical skills and a commitment to high-quality patient care.