Orthopedic Physician Assistant - Surgical Care & Recovery

77 consultants; Washington (District of Columbia); Vor Ort; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Sign-on bonus

Medical malpractice coverage

Zusammenfassung

77 consultants is seeking an Associate-level Physician Assistant to provide orthopedic care on-site in Washington, DC. You will evaluate patients, assist during surgeries, and coordinate pre- and post-operative care in a collaborative team.

The role requires PA licensure or eligibility, accredited PA training, and experience in orthopedics, with Meditech EMR. Schedule Mon-Fri 8-5, with on-site duties and RVU-based compensation.

Qualifikationen

• Valid Physician Assistant licensure or eligibility within the state of practice.
• Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant training program.
• Associate-level experience in orthopedic surgery or a related surgical specialty.
• Strong proficiency in musculoskeletal examination, differential diagnosis, and orthopedic treatment planning.
• Experience assisting with orthopedic surgeries and managing surgical patients across the perioperative continuum.
• Knowledge of orthopedic conditions, surgical protocols, casting techniques, and post-operative rehabilitation principles.
• Ability to order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests and imaging studies within the authorized scope of practice.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to educate patients, collaborate with colleagues, and document care clearly.

Aufgaben

• Conduct comprehensive orthopedic patient evaluations, including medical history, physical examinations, and musculoskeletal assessments.
• Assist orthopedic surgeons during surgical procedures, including intraoperative exposure, retraction, suturing, and application of casts or splints.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the orthopedic surgery team.
• Order and interpret diagnostic studies, such as x-rays, MRI??? no. Use "Order and interpret appropriate diagnostic tests and imaging studies related to orthopedic conditions."
• Manage pre-operative and post-operative care, including pain management, wound care, medication prescriptions, and rehabilitation coordination.
• Perform minor orthopedic procedures, including joint aspirations, injections, and removal of hardware or sutures, as applicable.
• Educate patients and families regarding surgical procedures, recovery expectations, home care instructions, and preventive orthopedic health practices.
• Document all patient interactions, assessments, treatment plans, and outcomes accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Collaborate closely with orthopedic surgeons, nursing staff, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.
• Participate in ongoing quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety, clinical efficiency, and satisfaction.

Kenntnisse

Musculoskeletal examination

Differential diagnosis

Orthopedic treatment planning

Perioperative care

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

EMR documentation

Ausbildung

PA licensure/eligibility

Accredited PA training program

Tools

Meditech

Jobbeschreibung

77 consultants is seeking an Associate-level Physician Assistant to provide orthopedic care on-site in Washington, DC. You will evaluate patients, assist during surgeries, and coordinate pre- and post-operative care in a collaborative team.

The role requires PA licensure or eligibility, accredited PA training, and experience in orthopedics, with Meditech EMR. Schedule Mon-Fri 8-5, with on-site duties and RVU-based compensation.