Orthopedic PA: Advanced Care & Patient Outcomes

Tufts Medical Center, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 88,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Tufts Medicine is seeking a Physician Assistant – Orthopedics to assist the physician staff in delivering medical services. You will conduct initial evaluations, compile medical histories, and order appropriate diagnostic studies under physician supervision.

You will coordinate treatment plans, monitor progress, and collaborate with the healthcare team to provide high-quality patient care. An active PA license and NCCPA certification are required, along with BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and PA program completion.
• Physician assistant licensure within three months of application.
• NCCPA certification and BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Manages a broad spectrum of patients and performs clinical procedures.
• Collaborates with healthcare team to assess health status and plan care.
• Develops comprehensive care plans; communicates with patients and family.
• Orden labs and radiology testing as needed; maintains records.

Skills

Patient assessment

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

PA program completion

NCCPA certification

BLS certification

Job description

Tufts Medicine is seeking a Physician Assistant – Orthopedics to assist the physician staff in delivering medical services. You will conduct initial evaluations, compile medical histories, and order appropriate diagnostic studies under physician supervision.

You will coordinate treatment plans, monitor progress, and collaborate with the healthcare team to provide high-quality patient care. An active PA license and NCCPA certification are required, along with BLS certification.