Surgical Orthopedic PA-C – OR-Based Specialist

The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics LL; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 135,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics LLC (CAO) seeks an Orthopedic Physician Assistant to support surgeons in operating rooms and provide direct patient care under physician supervision. Primarily OR-based with some clinic hours, you’ll help develop care plans and ensure continuity and quality of care in a large multi-location orthopedic practice.

Requirements include an accredited PA program and BLS, with 2+ years' experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant Program is required.
• BLS Certification required.
• 2 years’ experience preferred.
• Must maintain CEU's in pertinent clinical practice according to licensure requirements.
• Experience working in patient care, primarily in Orthopedic or Primary Care settings.
• Experience and proficiency working with computers and electronic medical records.
• Strong Interpersonal Skills - Ability to develop relationships and collaborate in a decentralized organization.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment with a proven track record of results.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with excellent self-discipline and patience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of EMR systems.
• Required to be proficient in Windows based office technologies (e.g., Word, Excel).
• Able to work independently.
• Exudes professionalism in presentation.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in the English language.

Responsibilities

• Provides health care services to patients under the direction and responsibility of the assigned physician.
• Examines patient, performs comprehensive physical examination, and compiles patient medical data.
• Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as x ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests, and interprets test results for deviations from normal.
• Consults with physician when warranted to assess patient condition and treatment.
• Performs therapeutic procedures, such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care, and managing infection.
• Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care.
• Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance.
• Assist in operating room with designated duties per the credentials with the specific facility either surgery center or hospital based on training and education.
• Performs preoperative activities according to Facility policy.
• Confers with the surgeon about the planned anesthetic to be administered.
• Documents orders and considerations specified by surgeon and carried out by Physician.
• Provides support to medical and office staff.
• Ensures consistent compliance with all regulatory and CAO guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Physician Assistant Program

BLS Certification

Tools

EMR systems

Windows-based office technologies

Job description

The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics LLC (CAO) seeks an Orthopedic Physician Assistant to support surgeons in operating rooms and provide direct patient care under physician supervision. Primarily OR-based with some clinic hours, you’ll help develop care plans and ensure continuity and quality of care in a large multi-location orthopedic practice.

Requirements include an accredited PA program and BLS, with 2+ years' experience preferred.