Orthopedic Physician Assistant: OR Support & Patient Care

Katmai Government Services; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Katmai Government Services in Colorado Springs seeks a Physician Assistant to support orthopedic services within a military health system. The PA will perform histories, exams, procedures, order tests, and assist surgeons in the operating room.

Candidates must be NCCPA certified with an active U.S. PA license and have completed an orthopedic PA residency. BLS certification and eligibility for security/background checks are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Coordinates patient care with health care team.
• Accomplishes narrative summaries and documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Participates in peer review processes for quality assurance in orthopedics.
• Obtains and evaluates medical histories; performs exams and orders tests.
• Collects specimens and analyzes data; formulates care plans.
• Counsels patients on problems, meds, treatment expectations, and preventive care.
• Documents in permanent medical records; maintains data integrity.

Skills

Coordinating patient care

Documentation

Written and verbal communication

Education

Accredited PA program graduate

NCCPA certified

Active U.S. PA license

Job description

Katmai Government Services in Colorado Springs seeks a Physician Assistant to support orthopedic services within a military health system. The PA will perform histories, exams, procedures, order tests, and assist surgeons in the operating room.

Candidates must be NCCPA certified with an active U.S. PA license and have completed an orthopedic PA residency. BLS certification and eligibility for security/background checks are required for this role.