Orthopedic Surgery - Physician Assistant Job Bishop California USA,Doctor/Physician

This full-time Physician Assistant role focuses on orthopedic surgery in Bishop, California, offering opportunities to treat a diverse patient population including total joint, knee, sports medicine, and acute orthopedic injuries. The position involves comprehensive patient care, perioperative support, and interdisciplinary collaboration in a dynamic clinical environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide comprehensive orthopedic care in collaboration with surgeons and the healthcare team
Evaluate, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for orthopedic conditions and injuries
Assist in the management of patients undergoing total joint and knee procedures
Evaluate and treat sports-related injuries, including skiing and snowboarding
Participate in assessment and treatment of acute orthopedic injuries and musculoskeletal conditions

Assist surgeons with surgical procedures and deliver perioperative patient care
Perform patient histories, physical examinations, and orthopedic assessments
Order and interpret diagnostic studies and laboratory tests within scope of practice
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs
Provide preoperative and postoperative education and follow-up care
Monitor recovery and adjust treatment plans as clinically appropriate
Coordinate care with physicians, nurses, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals

Qualifications:

Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program
Current California Physician Assistant license
Current DEA license
BLS certification
NCCPA certification (preferred or required)
Demonstrated excellent clinical judgment, communication skills, and ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team

Preferred

Skills:

Three years of orthopedic experience is highly preferred
Experience in orthopedic surgery is strongly preferred
Background in total joint, knee, sports medicine, or musculoskeletal care is highly desirable
Experience treating skiing, snowboarding, and other sports-related injuries is a strong advantage
Comfortable working with an active, non-geriatric patient population

You hold a California PA license and DEA certification. You have three years orthopedic experience, especially sports injuries. You excel at perioperative care and multidisciplinary collaboration