Physician Assistant - Hand

OrthoArizona; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

OrthoArizona is looking for a qualified Physician Assistant in Gilbert, Arizona. This role involves maintaining patient treatment schedules, conducting physical exams, and advising on health and illness prevention. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and must be certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.

The position requires a valid Arizona State License and CPR certification, with a preference for candidates who have two years of experience in a busy orthopedic practice. Join our dedicated team in providing exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and knowledge of computer programs.
• Adherence to Standard Operating Procedures.
• Maintaining relevant certifications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a patient treatment schedule consistent with physician's needs.
• Obtain complete medical history and physical data on patients.
• Perform complete physical exams and record findings.
• Provide monitoring and continuity of care.
• Assist physicians in recording patient progress.

Skills

Working knowledge of computer programs

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Education

Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program

Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

Maintain Arizona State License

Maintain CPR certification

Job description

About OrthoArizona

At OrthoArizona, we are one of Arizona’s largest privately owned and most comprehensive orthopedic practices with more than 75 locally and nationally renowned providers across 30 locations, including in‑house state‑of‑the‑art MRI capabilities. We are committed to best‑in‑class patient care, pioneering research and technology, and rewarding and recognizing our team members.

Physician Assistant Responsibilities

• Maintain a patient treatment schedule consistent with the needs of the Physician.
• Obtain complete medical history and physical data on patients.
• Review patient medical records.
• Interpret and integrate data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as needed.
• Perform complete physical exam and record findings.
• Establish presumptive diagnosis.
• Order appropriate lab and diagnostic procedures.
• Administer injections and medications.
• Advise patients regarding health and illness prevention.
• Recommend community resources to help patient and family needs.
• Instruct patient and family regarding medication and treatment procedures.
• Assist physicians in recording patient progress.
• Issue diagnostic orders.
• Triage patient phone calls.
• Provide monitoring and continuity of care between physician visits.
• Provide on‑call services on an assigned basis.
• Prioritize work activities based on clinical demands.
• Perform all other duties assigned.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of computer programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Complete and maintain HCP training.
• Understand/perform training on practice management software.
• Continue to expand knowledge of practice management software as updates occur.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program.
• Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
• Maintain Arizona State License.
• Maintain CPR certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of Physician Assistant experience in a busy orthopedic practice.