PART-TIME PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

OAA Orthopaedic Specialists; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

OAA Orthopaedic Specialists in Allentown, PA is seeking a Physician Assistant to support our orthopedic surgeons in hospital and clinic settings. The role involves first assist during surgery, pre/post-operative coordination, and comprehensive patient assessments, with emphasis on teamwork and quality care.

The successful candidate will hold PA certification and PA license in Pennsylvania, have NCCPA accreditation, and possess strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Physician Assistant program accredited by NCCPA and currently licensed/certified to practice in PA.
• Current Physician Assistant Certification and PA license in Pennsylvania.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with patients and staff.
• Ability to multitask and work in a team-based environment.
• Bilingual Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Administers office and hospital patient care, including first assist during surgery.
• Coordinates pre/post-operative care.
• Examines patients and conducts comprehensive physical examinations with medical data.
• Reviews prior medical records and diagnostic studies.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests and results.
• Performs injections, suturing, wound care, and manages infection.
• Develops patient management plans and maintains chart documentation.
• Provides follow-up care per physician protocols.
• Obtains admission H&P and educates patients on treatment plans.
• Participates in call schedule with attending physician.

Skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Multitasking

Self-motivated

Bilingual Spanish

Education

NCCPA-accredited PA program

PA Certification

PA License in Pennsylvania

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Allentown, PA 18104 Position Type: Part Time Summary: We are seeking a Physician Assistant to assist our specialty Orthopedic doctors. It is a combination of hospital and clinical/ office hours. A successful candidate must possess excellent people skills, be self-motivated and have the ability to work within a team environment. The candidate will join an experienced mid-level staff. Orthopaedic and/or surgical experience preferred but not required. http://www.oaaortho.com/careers

Essential Functions

• Administers office and hospital patient care, including first assist during surgery.
• Coordinates pre/post-operative care
• Examines patients, performs comprehensive physical examination, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination.
• Reviews prior medical records and diagnostic studies
• Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, electrocardiograms, and laboratory tests, and interprets test results for deviations from normal.
• Performs therapeutic procedures such as injections, suturing and wound care, and managing infection.
• Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care.
• Maintains appropriate level of documentation for patient chart.
• Provides follow-up treatments and care to patients in accordance with protocols established by physician.
• Obtains admission History and Physical (H&P)
• Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance.
• Participates in call schedule including, at a minimum, call with the respective attending with additional days as requested with another OAA physician.
• Promotes vision and mission statement of the group.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Physician Assistant program accredited by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), and
• Current Physician Assistant Certification, and
• Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in Pennsylvania
• One (1) to three (3) years of surgical experience preferred
• Required Certifications:
  • Act 34 PA Criminal Background
  • Act 151 PA Child Abuse History
  • Act 114 FBI Cogent Clearance Fingerprinting
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain a positive rapport with patients and staff members
• Decision making and team leadership experience
• Ability to multitask
• Possess excellent people skills
• Strong computer skills with electronic medical records experience
• Self-motivated, flexible team player
• Bi-lingual/Spanish skills for interpreting a plus