Physician Assistant

OCC - Advanced Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists; Parker (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

PTO and holidays

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Education stipend

Retirement plan with profit sharing

Job summary

OCC - Advanced Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists in Parker, CO is seeking a full-time team member to assist physicians with surgical procedures, patient care, and clinic operations. You will help organize patient flow, document vitals, and support postoperative care to ensure a smooth, patient‑centered experience.

The role emphasizes clear communication, attention to detail, and collaboration with physicians and staff.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of surgical and medical office procedures.
• Knowledge of grammar, spelling and punctuation to type patient information.
• Ability to operate business office machines.
• Skills in answering the telephone in a pleasant and helpful manner.
• Ability to speak clearly and concisely; read and follow oral/written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees and the public.

Responsibilities

• Check daily schedule and assist in organizing patient flow.
• Assist Physician with various surgical procedures.
• Perform rounds on patients that are post-surgical or admitted to the hospital for consultation.
• Cover weekend and evening calls as needed.
• Interview patients to gather medical and surgical history for Physician; measure vitals and document in chart.
• Give instructions to patients as directed by the Physician.
• Take messages and provide feedback/answers to calls.
• Refill medication requests from patients and pharmacies.
• Triage and process messages and emails from patients and front office staff to Physicians.
• Order and review incoming reports on tests including MRI, CT, EMG and Injections.
• Ensure consent forms are reviewed with patients pre-op and signed.
• Prepare documents and imaging for transfer to OR for surgery.
• Assist with completing/sending/receiving patient disability paperwork.
• Fulfills organizational responsibilities and responds to emergencies; communicates with physician.

Skills

Surgical procedures knowledge

Medical office procedures

Computer systems

Typing accuracy

Telephone skills

Clear communication

Interpersonal skills

Reading and following instructions

Job description

Position Overview

Responsible for assisting physicians with surgical procedures, patient care, post-surgical care, clerical, environmental and organizational tasks. Provides information to patients so they may fully utilize and benefit from the clinic services. Conveys a positive image of clinic.

Job Type

Full-time

Essential Functions

• Check daily schedule and assist in organizing patient flow.
• Assist Physician with various surgical procedures.
• Perform rounds on patients that are post-surgical or have been admitted to the hospital for consultation.
• Cover weekend and evening calls as needed.
• Interview patients to gather medical and surgical history to present to the Physician. Measure vital signs including blood pressure, pulse and temperature as needed. Document all information in the patient's chart.
• Give instructions to patients as directed by the Physician.
• Take phone messages and provide feedback and answers to patient/physician/pharmacy calls.
• Refill medication requests from patients and pharmacies.
• Triage and process messages and emails from patients and front office staff to Physicians
• Order and review incoming reports on any necessary tests including MRI's, CT's, EMG's and Injections.
• Ascertain that all consents forms are gone over with the patients at their pre-op appointment, questions are answered, and the forms are filled out and signed.
• Ensure that all necessary documents and imaging studies are taken from the office to the OR for surgery.
• Assist with completing/sending/receiving patient disability paperwork
• Fulfills organizational responsibilities as assigned which may include respecting/promoting patient rights; responding appropriately to emergency codes; sharing problems relating to patients and/or staff with physician quickly.
• All other duties as assigned by Physician, clinical coordinator or practice administrator.

Salary & Benefits

$ Per hour

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous PTO package and paid holidays
• Company-paid life insurance and long term disability insurance
• Ability to purchase accident insurance, short and long-term disability insurance.
• Opportunities for internal training and development
• Annual stipend for continuing education in certain positions
• Retirement Plan eligibility after one year of service with eligibility in company profit sharing
• Most positions offer Monday - Friday work schedules

Required Qualifications And Skills

• Knowledge of surgical and medical office procedures.
• Knowledge of computer systems and applications.
• Knowledge of grammar, spelling and punctuation to type patient information.
• Skill in operating business office machines.
• Skills in answering the telephone in a pleasant and helpful manner.
• Ability to speak clearly and concisely. Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instruction.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees and the public.

Working Conditions

• Typical business office environment
• Possibility of local travel
• Constant viewing of computer monitor, mousing and typing
• Frequent standing, walking and sitting
• Frequent stooping, lifting, carrying and pushing/pulling 10 pounds or more
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus
• Hours of business are Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Must be able to work early, late and long hours, as needed, to meet the essential functions of the job

Salary Description

$80,000-110,000