Physician Assistant​/Surgery - Orthopedics-Hand​/Arizona​/Locum Tenens​/Orthopedic - Trauma​/

Responsibilities

Assist with the inpatient management of orthopedic patients including preoperative, perioperative and postoperative care.

Rotating 24 first call for orthopedic service line.

First assist in orthopedic surgeries.

Round on inpatients, coordinate interdisciplinary care with Medical and Trauma teams.

Consult on ER patients, providing diagnosis, appropriate plan of care and referrals as appropriate.

Order, interpret and analyze diagnostic tests.

Prescribe and administer medications and physical therapy as necessary.

Participates in quality assurance and quality improvement for patient care.

Works within a multidisciplinary team.

Additional duties as assigned by leadership.

PA Requirements :

• Degree as a Physician Assistant (PA-C)
• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Must hold and maintain : a.) AZ Regulatory Board of Physician Assistants License, b.) NCCPA - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant.
• Valid DEA registration.
• Must meet credentialing criteria for medical staff

NP Requirements :

• Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN)
• Graduate of accredited program for Nurse Practitioners
• Compact state or Arizona RN license
• Arizona Advanced Practice Nurse license
• Must hold and maintain National Certificate as a nurse practitioner in area of specialty under AZ regulations : a.) NP-AACN, b.) NP-AANP, c.) NP-ANCC
• Valid DEA registration
• RNFA
• Must meet credentialing criteria for medical staff

Dignity Health Medical Group is the employed provider group of Dignity Health Arizona. Dignity Health Medical Group (DHMG) employs approximately 350 providers and 850 support staff who cover a wide variety of specialties. The medical group has had tremendous success over the past few years and now provides more than 73 sub-specialty services. The physicians and APPs provide clinical services in their areas of specialty and many serve in pivotal academic research and leadership roles.

DHMG is also heavily involved in preparing tomorrow's healthcare providers. Clinical services are complemented with translational and bench research to augment medical education for residents and students. If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Orthopedic Trauma Surgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team in Chandler, Arizona . You will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive acute care to patients with orthopedic conditions, including but not limited to the following.

Depending on the position offered, Common Spirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time.

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Dignity Health, one of the largest healthcare systems in the nation, is a growing organization with well-resourced, modern facilities and diverse practice opportunities. With more than 39 acute care hospitals in three states and 9,000 physicians, Dignity Health touches the lives of thousands of people and provides nearly $2 billion in charity care to the communities it serves.

Dignity Health Medical Group is the employed physician group serving the Arizona Service Area. Covering over 45 practice sites, complementing clinical services with translational and bench research, our integrated medical group employs in excess of 250 healthcare providers throughout the valley. Dignity Health Medical Group is continuously expanding in order to meet the needs of the growing patient population in Arizona.

With a unified vision of becoming an organization where physicians, care teams and staff come to do their best work-and patients come for the best care-Dignity Health Medical Group is searching for exceptional talent that is patient focused and team-oriented, who can become a part of our mission-driven organization.

We offer a competitive salary and generous benefits package, including premium-free insurance options, a matched 403b, employer-funded pension plan, relocation allowance for applicable physicians, CME benefits, and malpractice insurance.

Dignity Health is consistently named an outstanding workplace and one of Arizona?s healthiest employers. Grow your career with one of Arizona?s Most Admired Companies .

$54.12 - $78.47 / hour