Physician Assistant

OrthoConnecticut; Pine Rock Park (CT); Vor Ort; USD 115.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

OrthoConnecticut in Connecticut seeks a Physician Assistant to provide high-quality orthopedic outpatient and surgical care. The role balances an independent office schedule with on-site physician support, spanning multiple orthopedic specialties.

Responsibilities include evaluating new patients, pre- and post-operative care, office procedures, and first-assist in surgeries. The PA will order diagnostic studies, prescribe medications, educate patients, and document care in the EMR, with no

Qualifikationen

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current NCCPA certification and CT license.
• Ability to work independently with physicians on-site across specialties.

Aufgaben

• Evaluate and treat new orthopedic patients and conditions.
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative care.
• Perform office-based orthopedic procedures and first-assist in surgeries.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests (X-rays, MRIs).
• Prescribe medications and advise on devices/braces as needed.
• Educate patients and document care in EMR.

Kenntnisse

Orthopedic care

EMR proficiency

Patient assessment

Documentation

Ausbildung

PA program degree

Master's preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Jobbeschreibung

• Base Pay $115,000.00 - $150,000.00 / Year
• Employee Type Exempt - FT

Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

The Physician Assistant provides high-quality orthopedic outpatient and surgical care to patients at OrthoConnecticut. This position maintains an independent office schedule while collaborating with physicians and the broader healthcare team. A physician will be available on premises for consultation and support as needed.

Responsibilities include evaluating and treating new patients and new conditions, providing pre-operative and post-operative care, performing office-based orthopedic procedures, and first-assisting in surgical procedures across multiple orthopedic specialties. The Physician Assistant is responsible for delivering patient-centered care, exercising sound clinical judgment, and maintaining compliance with established clinical protocols and applicable professional standards.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

Orthopedic Clinical Care

Maintain an independent office schedule, with a physician available on premises for consultation and support as needed.

Evaluate and treat new patients, new orthopedic conditions, and pre-operative and post-operative patients.

Work under assigned physicians within their designated orthopedic specialties.

Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, establish appropriate treatment plans, and monitor patient progress.

Order and interpret diagnostic studies, including X-rays and MRIs, consistent with applicable scope-of-practice requirements and clinical protocols.

Perform office-based orthopedic procedures, including joint injections, aspirations, casting, splinting, and bracing.

Prescribe medications and recommend braces and other orthopedic devices in accordance with applicable laws, clinical guidelines, and scope of practice.

Educate patients regarding diagnoses, treatment options, procedures, medications, rehabilitation, and follow-up care.

Accurately and promptly document patient assessments, treatments, and other relevant clinical information in the electronic medical record (EMR).

Surgical First-Assisting Responsibilities

Provide surgical first-assisting support approximately three additional days per week, with scheduling based on practice needs and clinical assignments.

First-assist in surgical procedures performed by various surgeons within the practice, including sports medicine, spine, upper extremity, and total joint procedures.

Participate in surgical cases and support appropriate pre-operative and post-operative patient care.

Collaborate with surgeons, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to promote patient safety and effective surgical outcomes.

Maintain required credentials and clinical privileges at two surgery centers and two hospitals, as applicable to assigned responsibilities.

Communication, Compliance, and Professional Practice

Communicate effectively with physicians, clinical staff, patients, and other members of the healthcare team.

Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with applicable privacy laws, healthcare regulations, organizational policies, and professional standards.

Exercise sound clinical judgment and maintain professional composure in emergent, challenging, or stressful situations.

Maintain current professional certifications, licensure, and required clinical credentials.

Perform other related duties as assigned or required to support the needs of the practice.

SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS

Full-time schedule consistent with the clinical and operational needs of the practice.

No on-call requirements.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Strong clinical judgment, critical-thinking skills, and attention to detail.

Ability to apply orthopedic principles to patient evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care.

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with physicians and the broader healthcare team.

Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced orthopedic clinical and surgical environment while maintaining high standards of patient care.

Proficiency with electronic medical record (EMR) systems and clinical documentation.

Ability to prioritize competing responsibilities and manage multiple clinical demands effectively.

Demonstrated professionalism, reliability, adaptability, and commitment to patient safety and quality care.

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Education

Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program.

A master's degree in Physician Assistant studies is preferred.

Experience

Previous orthopedic experience is preferred but not required.

Qualified candidates without prior orthopedic experience may be considered for training.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE

Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).

Current and valid Physician Assistant license issued by the State of Connecticut.

Current certifications and credentials required by OrthoConnecticut, affiliated hospitals, and surgery centers.

Completion of continuing education and maintenance of all credentials necessary to sustain active certification, licensure, and applicable clinical privileges.