Physician Assistant (PA-C)

Growth Ortho; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a certified physician assistant to join their progressive orthopaedic practice in Lexington, Kentucky. The role involves performing comprehensive patient assessments, formulating treatment plans, and collaborating closely with orthopedic surgeons. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, serving a diverse patient population while contributing to the community's health. With a strong emphasis on ethical practice and patient care, this is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated professional looking to make a significant impact in the field of orthopedics.

Qualifications

• Current KY Physician Assistant License and Board Certification required.
• Strong ethical character references are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient histories and physical examinations.
• Formulate treatment plans for orthopedic conditions.
• Conduct hospital rounds and evaluate consults.

Skills

Patient Histories and Physical Examinations

Differential Diagnosis

Treatment Plans for Orthopedic Problems

Diagnostic Procedures

Therapeutic Interventions

Patient Evaluation and Counseling

Call Management

Education

KY Physician Assistant License

Board Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

Established and progressive orthopaedic practice has an immediate opening for a certified physician assistant. Experience in general orthopaedics is preferred.

THE PRACTICE :

Bluegrass Orthopaedics (BGO) is the state's leading provider of expert musculoskeletal care, which serves the needs of its patients through a team of highly trained sub-specialists who are committed to the independent practice of medicine. Located in Lexington, Kentucky, BGO has 12 sub-specialty physicians, 11 mid-level providers, 4 main office locations and 3 satellites, MRI facilities, outpatient surgery center, and 5 outpatient physical therapy centers.

BGO provides care to patients throughout the Bluegrass and Southern Kentucky Region. We provide care for an immediate drawing area of approximately 630,000+ in the surrounding counties and an additional 500,000+ in our satellite catchment areas. To better care for these communities, BGO seeks a physician assistant with special interest in total joint care.

THE CITY :

• Lexington is well-known for its beautiful horse farms and diverse SEC college community (University of KY)
• Downtown offers many things to see and do, including restaurants, festival events, and concerts and shows at Rupp Arena
• Keeneland racetrack and The Kentucky Horse Park offer year-round entertainment for the horse community, including being the home to most national horse associations
• Tour local bourbon distilleries and get a chance to learn more about the history of the Bluegrass Region
• Close to larger metropolitan areas, such as Louisville and Cincinnati
• Within a short drive are beautiful outdoor opportunities in the Red River Gorge, including hiking trails, camping, and large lakes with many water-activity options
• Lexington has it all - a strong economic and business-friendly climate, strong public and private educational systems, a variety of sports and recreation, and a family friendly lifestyle

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED :

• Perform comprehensive and problem-focused patient histories and physical examinations.
• Interpret and correlate patients' laboratory and diagnostic / reports procedures.
• Interpret and correlate subjective and objective data to formulate a differential diagnosis / diagnoses and establish a working diagnosis on assigned patients.
• Formulate treatment plans for orthopedic problems within the scope of practice for assigned patients.
• Implement therapeutic intervention for specific conditions when appropriate and as directed by physician.
• Exercise judgment on problems requiring consultation, referral, or evaluation by the supervising Orthopaedic Surgeon.
• Order, collect and perform appropriate laboratory, diagnostic procedures and studies, including, but not limited, to blood and tissue specimens.
• Order or perform other diagnostic studies including but not limited to EMG, x-rays, CT, MRI, and bone scans in addition to other studies.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including, but not limited to, joint and bursa aspirations, closed reduction of fractures and dislocations, injections of joints, tendons, trigger points and bursa, as well as brace, cast, and splint applications.
• Conduct hospital rounds, write orders, and evaluate hospital consults.
• Take phone-based call after hours for patient phone calls (split with other PAs in the group)
• Evaluate clinical conditions, formulate, and implement a treatment or therapeutic plan
• Order, prescribe, dispense, and administer medications, braces and other orthopedic devices as allowed by state legislation.
• Evaluate, screen, and counsel patients on health maintenance and promotes utilization of community resources.
• Option to assist with activities including but not limited to seminars, after hours coverage of sporting events, i.e. games, tournaments, etc.

REQUIREMENTS :

• Current, valid KY Physician Assistant License (or eligible)
• Current, valid Board Certification
• Current, valid KY Driver's License (or eligible)
• Current CPR certification
• Strong ethical and moral character references