Physician Assistant​/Anesthesiology​/Massachusetts​/PhysicianAssistant Per Diem

Physician Assistant

Reports to: Director of Nursing, Administrator and Medical Director

Status: Non-Exempt

Job descriptions may be revised in writing to add or delete duties at any time at the discretion of management.

As an Orthopedic Physician Assistant, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality patient care. This position involves working closely with our orthopedic surgeons in clinical consultations, pre- and post-operative care, and assisting in surgical procedures while ensuring optimal patient outcomes. The PA will also be responsible for patient education, treatment planning, and maintaining patient documentation. This is a 40-hour position, flexible shifts required.

As a representative of NEBSC, all comments attitudes, actions & behaviors have a direct effect on the Facility?s image and perceptions of quality service. Interaction with patients, families, physicians, referral sources, affiliating schools, visitors, volunteers, co-workers, supervisors, vendors, etc. must be in a manner that is friendly, supportive, courteous, respectful, cooperative, and professional. This behavior should promote an atmosphere of teamwork which is congruent with Facility standards and guidelines to promote positive relations.

• National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA) PANCE eligible and eligible for PA licensure in the State of Massachusetts.
• Documentation of Massachusetts PA license and initial NCCPA certification are required upon hire.
• Massachusetts Controlled Substances Registration and federal DEA Controlled Substance Registration are required.
• Master’s degree in physician assistant studies or a related field.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification.
• Two years of experience as an orthopedic physician assistant preferred.
• Experience working in the Operating Room with Orthopedic Surgeons.

• Provides direct care, counseling and teaching in an ambulatory surgery setting.
• Prevised pre-operative services, including pre-op History and Physicals and review of laboratory and diagnostic procedures.
• Presents and discusses the findings of the initial evaluation with the Anesthesia Director and Surgeon.
• May assist in surgery.
• Anticipates the need of the surgeon in order to expedite the surgical procedure.
• Provides advanced surgical scrub services in primary service.
• Ensures treatment and consultations consistent with NCQA (National Committee for Quality Assurance), AAAHC (Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care), and federal and state regulatory standards.
• Assist with research projects and their implementation as needed.
• Ensures professional growth and development through participation in educational programs and workshops and maintaining knowledge of industry standards and practices.
• Maintains patients confidentiality.
• Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Conforms to surgery center standards of performance and conduct, including those pertaining to patient rights, so that the best possible customer service and patient care may be provided.
• Follows established infection control and safety procedures.
• Performs other duties pertaining to patient care and practice operations as required.

• Considerable knowledge of anatomy and physiology, pathology and procedural techniques.
• Knowledge of different disciplines and disease states.
• Knowledge of medications and their interactions and reactions.
• Counseling skills.
• Considerable interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to formulate plans of care.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients and other medical providers.
• Exceptional attentiveness to detail to identify signs of illness and maintain accurate records.
• Extensive knowledge of diagnostic equipment and surgical procedures.
• Good interpersonal skills to help patients feel at ease.
• Strong critical‑thinking and problem‑solving skills to make accurate diagnoses based on symptoms and test results.
• Ability to move and reposition patients.
• Familiarity with current standards of care, patient privacy…