Orthopedic Physician Assistant — Impact & Growth

Hospital for Special Surgery; New York (NY); On-site; USD 163,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, NY is seeking a Physician Assistant for our Orthopedics team. You will provide clinical consultation, assessment, and management to patients, performing outpatient evaluations and follow-ups under the supervising physician.

This role includes pre/post-operative education, interpretation of imaging and labs, documentation, and potential OR assistance. A NYS PA license and NCCPA certification are required, with BLS/ACLS certification.

Qualifications

• Physician Assistant with accredited PA program graduate
• Current NYS PA license and NCCPA board certification required
• BLS/ACLS certification required

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical consultation, assessment, and management to patients.
• Conduct outpatient evaluation, treatment and follow-up of surgical patients under supervising physician.
• Provide pre- and post-operative and discharge education to patients and families.
• Review/interpret patient imaging and lab results; communicate results and follow-up education.
• Educate patients and families about medical conditions and hospital course.
• Document progress toward desired outcomes.
• Utilize computerized order communication system for orders and results.
• Maintain clear history and physical documentation and reports.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Complete relevant patient paperwork such as prior authorizations and care plans.
• Potential to assist the surgeon in the operating room.
• Promote cooperation through teamwork.
• Other duties as needed for safe patient care.

Skills

Clinical consultation

Patient education

Documentation

Teamwork

Education

NYS PA License

NCCPA board certification

BLS/ACLS certification

Job description

Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, NY is seeking a Physician Assistant for our Orthopedics team. You will provide clinical consultation, assessment, and management to patients, performing outpatient evaluations and follow-ups under the supervising physician.

This role includes pre/post-operative education, interpretation of imaging and labs, documentation, and potential OR assistance. A NYS PA license and NCCPA certification are required, with BLS/ACLS certification.