Orthopedic Physician Assistant: Clinic & OR Expert

iHealth; Blaine (MN, OK); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k) Profit Sharing

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness subsidies

Insurance discounts

Job summary

iHealth is seeking a Physician Assistant to deliver healthcare in the clinic and in surgery at Blaine, Brooklyn Park and Coon Rapids locations.

The role supports physicians in exams, operating room procedures, wound care, and patient management under physician supervision. Requires NCCPA certification, Minnesota registration, and DEA registration. Competitive benefits and full-time position.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• NCCPA certification.
• Minnesota Board of Medical Practice registration/license.
• DEA registration.

Responsibilities

• Assist physician in the clinic: room and prep patients; order x-rays; compile patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination.
• Assist surgeon in operating room: pre-surgery planning; position patient; check for proper instruments; assist in surgical procedure; close wound; remove patient.
• Perform therapeutic procedures such as splinting, casting, suturing and wound care.
• Apply, remove, modify and adjust casts and soft goods; change dressings; remove sutures.
• Implement patient management plans, record progress, and assist in provision of care.
• Consultations with patients for cast application/adjustment, dressing changes or brace application; etc.
• Rounding and call, as required by supervising Physician.
• Prescribe medications.
• Occasionally participate in community functions relating to TCO outreach events throughout the year.
• Any and all other duties as assigned.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program

Job description

iHealth is seeking a Physician Assistant to deliver healthcare in the clinic and in surgery at Blaine, Brooklyn Park and Coon Rapids locations.

The role supports physicians in exams, operating room procedures, wound care, and patient management under physician supervision. Requires NCCPA certification, Minnesota registration, and DEA registration. Competitive benefits and full-time position.