Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant, Orthopedic Injury Clinic - Hatfield

Cooley Dickinson Medical Group; Brampton; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant to join their team. This role involves providing direct patient care, developing care plans, and performing diagnostic interventions. The ideal candidate will have a Master's Degree and a Physician Assistant license, along with at least 3 years of experience in orthopedic and acute care settings. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about patient care, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team committed to quality and compassionate healthcare delivery.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree as a Physician Assistant is required.
• Experience cannot substitute for the degree.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to patients.
• Orders and evaluates laboratory and diagnostic tests.
• Develops care plans based on diagnostic findings.

Skills

Medical History Taking

Quality Control Standards

Emergency Response

Effective Communication

Education

Master's Degree as a Physician Assistant

Job description

The Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed provider responsible for the assessment and management of various patient populations, including medical and surgical cases. The role involves diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, developing care plans, and ongoing evaluation.

Does this position require Patient Care?

Yes

Essential Functions

1. Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient population in ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and procedural settings.
2. Performs complete histories and physical examinations.
3. Orders, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and diagnostic tests.
4. Develops care plans and follow-up strategies based on diagnostic findings.
5. Prescribes medications according to organizational and regulatory policies.
6. Maintains high-quality, timely documentation including admission, progress, procedure, operative, and discharge notes.
7. Performs bedside procedures appropriate to the patient population.

Education

Master's Degree as a Physician Assistant is required. Experience cannot substitute for the degree.

Licenses and Credentials

Physician Assistant license in the relevant state is required.

Experience

Experience as a licensed Physician Assistant is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Skilled in taking medical histories and interpreting findings.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Calm and effective in emergency situations.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Effective communication skills with patients, staff, and the public.

Additional Requirements

• At least 3 years of orthopedic experience.
• At least 3 years of acute care/urgent care experience.

Mass General Brigham Medical Group Western Massachusetts, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected statuses. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for individuals with disabilities during the application and employment process.