Physician Assistant - Rio Rancho

Paycom - ATS; Rio Rancho (NM); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom - ATS is seeking a Physician Assistant to provide comprehensive patient care in an orthopedic setting in New Mexico. The role includes assisting with surgical procedures, performing pre- and post-operative care, and coordinating patient management across hospital rounds.

Qualified candidates have an MS Physician Assistant, NM license, and AMA-accredited PA program graduation. Orthopedic experience is preferred and certification costs are reimbursed by the company.

Qualifications

• MS Physician Assistant degree required.
• Orthopedic experience preferred.
• Graduate of AMA-accredited PA program and NM PA license required.
• PA certification must be maintained with costs reimbursed by the company.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive patient care for acute and chronic conditions and follow physician directives.
• Assist with surgical procedures and ensure patient safety during operations.
• Perform pre- and post-operative patient care, wound care, and monitoring recovery progress.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests to inform treatment plans.
• Conduct hospital rounds and on-call medical support as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Surgical assistance

Clinical assessment

On-call readiness

Education

MS Physician Assistant

Job description

* Provide comprehensive patient care for both acute and chronic conditions by identifying immediate and long-term health issues, recommending treatment options, and implementing physician directives.* Assist with surgical procedures as needed, ensuring patient safety and optimal care during operations.* Assess patient health through detailed interviews, physical exams, and thorough review of medical histories.* Perform pre- and post-operative patient care, including wound care, suturing, and monitoring recovery progress.* Monitor therapies and prescribe appropriate medications based on patient needs.* Order and interpret diagnostic tests to accurately determine patient conditions and inform treatment plans.* Evaluate and triage patient concerns, providing timely and appropriate medical advice.* Educate and counsel patients and families, offering clear instructions on care plans and treatment options.* Conduct hospital rounds as needed to assess patient progress and coordinate care.* Take on-call responsibilities, providing timely medical support and consultation as needed outside of regular hours.* Ensure a safe and clean work environment by strictly adhering to established procedures, rules, and regulations.* Protect patients and staff by following infection control policies and maintaining compliance with safety protocols.* Stay informed on legal and professional requirements, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.* Continuously expand professional knowledge through ongoing education and apply new skills and knowledge to patient care.* Maintain confidentiality of patient account information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines and NMOA policy* Ensure regular and reliable attendance, contributing to team stability and consistent care delivery.* Perform additional physician-related duties as assigned to meet patient care needs and operational requirements.## Qualifications**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:**MS Physician Assistant. Orthopedic experience is preferred.**CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:**Graduate of AMA accredited physician assistant program and a current New Mexico PA license is required. A copy of the PA certification is required. Maintaining the certification is the PAs responsibility and all costs are reimbursed by the company upon completion.