Physican Assistant

Great Lakes Orthopedics & Sports Medicine; Saint John; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-specialty healthcare organization in Saint John is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant. In this role, you will provide high-quality patient care, collaborate with physicians, and contribute to treatment planning. The ideal candidate will possess a Physician Assistant license from Indiana and have strong communication skills. The position offers opportunities for career growth and an attractive salary package.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for career growth

Cultural offerings and excellent schools in the local area

Qualifications

• 2 years relevant clinical experience preferred; will consider recent graduates.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and healthcare providers.
• Basic technical proficiency in medical records and internet searches.

Responsibilities

• Formulate diagnosis from assessments in the clinic.
• Examine patients and develop treatment plans.
• Document treatment plans in EMR.

Skills

Advanced assessment skills

Communication

Care decision making

Education

Physician Assistant license from Indiana

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Overview

Physician Assistant

Great Lakes Orthopedics & Sports Medicine PC (GLO) is a multi-specialty group with three locations in St. John, Crown Point and Lowell, Indiana. Great Lakes Orthopedics & Sports Medicine PC offers patients compassion, innovation and quality care throughout Northwest Indiana and beyond. Great Lakes Orthopedics & Sports Medicine PC is seeking a full-time Orthopedic Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner. You will work independently with physician oversight along with an outstanding, experienced support staff.

In this role you will build meaningful relationships with patients, their family members, healthcare providers, and office staff while providing high quality direct patient care in a clinic setting. You will assess and provide treatment to patients of various age groups, diagnose conditions, create treatment plans and prescribe medications as related to the treatment plan. You will collaborate with a physician to achieve the best health outcomes for the patient. You will enjoy opportunities for career growth and continuing education opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Formulate a diagnosis from assessments conducted within the clinic setting.
• Examine and diagnose patients and develop treatment plans.
• Document treatment plans in the EMR.
• Collaborate with physician and document physician guidance as needed.
• Coordinate care for patients.
• Perform inpatient and outpatient consults as needed.
• Assist Orthopedic Surgeon in surgery.
• Provide comprehensive and continuing medical care for patients.

Initiate requests for laboratory tests and x-rays as appropriate. Prepare and document appropriate history, physical examinations and diagnosis. Initiate requests for tests and imaging as appropriate. Prescribe medications as appropriate.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer an attractive base salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

The local area is exceptional for young professionals and families alike with attractive housing options, cultural offerings and excellent schools. We are located less than one hour from downtown Chicago — all the perks of the big city but without the cost.

Requirements

To be considered for this position applicants need to meet the qualifications listed in this posting.

Required Qualifications

• Physician Assistant license from Indiana.
• Basic Life Support certified by American Heart Association.
• 2 years relevant clinical experience preferred; will consider recent graduates.
• Ability to communicate with patients, primary care team members and management staff.
• Ability to make care decisions based on best medical practices without direct supervision or guidance by a physician.
• Basic technical proficiency in the use of computer programs for medical records or internet search for clinical practice.
• Advanced assessment and treatment plan implementation skills.
• Ability to complete clinical care lifting in a provider office environment.

Contact: Kris Kucer Dombrowski

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1