Physician Assistant- Per Diem

Arthritis Knee Pain Centers; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with match.

License renewal reimbursement.

Job summary

Arthritis Knee Pain Centers in Columbia, SC is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant to join our private practice. You will evaluate patients with knee joint pain and arthritis, help determine the best treatment course, and support non-surgical, non-opioid therapies designed for relief and improved function.

You will conduct diagnostic assessments, collaborate with orthopedic colleagues, educate patients on options and prevention, and complete documentation for each visit in a friendly,

Qualifications

• Active state license required.
• Orthopedic knowledge preferred.
• Experience with EMR and patient management systems.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients with knee joint pain and arthritis to determine the best treatment course.
• Conduct diagnostic tests to determine extent of joint damage.
• Develop patient treatment plans including supplements, injections, and other therapies.
• Educate patients about their condition, treatment options, and prevention measures.
• Complete patient documentation requirements.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.

Skills

Orthopedic procedures

Time management

Social perceptiveness

Communication skills

Organizational skills

MS Office

Patient management software

Tools

MS Office

Patient management software

Job description

Arthritis Knee Pain Centers is looking to bring a dedicated Physician Assistant onto our team!

As a physician assistant at Arthritis Knee Pain Centers, you will play a critical role in helping patients with joint pain and arthritis find relief through our cutting‑edge treatments and therapies. You will be responsible for evaluating patients with joint pain and arthritis to determine the best course of treatment. The target is to ensure each patient experiences a comfortable and efficient visit each and every time.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic tests to determine the extent of joint damage.
• Perform various screenings to develop patient treatment plans including recommending supplements, injections, and other therapies.
• Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
• Educate patients about their condition, treatment options, and preventative measures they can take to minimize joint pain and damage.
• Complete patient documentation requirements.
• Ensure positive patient experience.

Skills

• Knowledge of orthopedic medical procedures.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
• Social perceptiveness and service oriented.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and patient management software.

Requirements

• Clear and active state license.

Benefits

• 401K with match.
• License renewal reimbursement.

Medical Specialty

• Orthopedic Medicine.

Schedule

• As needed.

Practice Operation Hours

• Monday to Friday.
• 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

Work Setting

• In-person.
• Office.
• Private practice.

Organizational Description

At Arthritis Knee Pain Centers we are committed to providing exceptional, non-surgical, non-opioid, pain‑relieving therapy to patients suffering from chronic osteoarthritis of the knee. Every patient is special. Every patient is family. Our care standard celebrates every patient’s unique needs with empathy, care, and transparency.

Company Culture

As a team member with Arthritis Knee Pain Centers, you will receive the support and training you need to be successful in your role. We deliver incredible patient care in which we are known for. You'll gain a deep understanding of our values, business measures, standards, operations, exposure to leadership, and participation in developmental events. With 16 medical practices across the US and growing, you will have an opportunity to become a part of the AKPC family, deliver exceptional patient care, and work with a reliable team in a state‑of‑the‑art facility. Arthritis Knee Pain Centers offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive pay, paid time off, 401K with a match, educational programs and so much more! We work individually and as a team to achieve our standard of care: Treat every patient as if he/she is a beloved family member. In every patient engagement, we lead with six guiding principles:

• Dignity
• Compassion
• Responsiveness
• Personalization
• Privacy
• Safety.