bmc
Outpatient Physician Assistant - Orthopedic Surgery
Boston · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$112k-$163kDetected 8 days ago
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About the role
- Under the general supervision of the Chief Physician Assistant, Attending physician and Operations Director, the Physician Assistant is responsible for independent workup of all orthopedic conditions in an outpatient clinic setting.
- Provides direct care, counseling and teaching to a designated patient population in the ambulatory, inpatient, operative and/or procedure setting.
Responsibilities
- Order, collect, and perform appropriate laboratory or diagnostic procedures, and studies including but not limited to blood and tissue specimens.
- 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 bracing, and cast and splint applications.
- Presents and discusses the findings of the initial evaluation with the Attending Physician to determine the treatment plan. Documents the treatment plan and writes appropriate orders and referrals.
- Implement therapeutic intervention for specific conditions when appropriate.
Requirements
- In order to apply for the position, the PA must be National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA) PANCE eligible and eligible for PA licensure in the State of Massachusetts.
- Documentation of Massachusetts PA license and initial NCCPA certification are required upon hire.
- Massachusetts Controlled Substances Registration and federal DEA Controlled Substance Registration are required.
Nice to have
- Physician Assistant responsible for providing complete independent workup of all orthopedic conditions in an outpatient setting.
- Preferred experience in Orthopedics including spine, joints, hand, sports, and trauma related conditions.
- Initial and follow-up evaluation of orthopedic related complaints including formulating a diagnosis and treatment plan, ordering and interpreting laboratory tests and diagnostic studies
- prescribing and/or dispensing medication
- assisting in surgery or other invasive procedures
- rounding on admitted patients
- counseling patients and families, preforming pre-operative and other patient care duties.
- 2+ years experience in an Orthopedic setting highly preferred.
Skills
- Physician assistants who have exceptional problem solving and conflict resolution skills are preferred.
Compensation
- $112,000.00- $162,500.00 This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications.
- However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer.
- In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being.
Benefits
- Exercise judgment on problems requiring consultation, referral, or evaluation by the supervising orthopedic surgeon or other health care professionals
- Educates patients and/or families about preventive care, medical issues, and use of prescribed medical treatments, injections, procedures and/or medications.
- This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness.
- Individuals with an interest and/or expertise caring for diverse populations of patients with varying levels of health literacy are encouraged to apply for this position.
Equal opportunity
- Employer/Disabled/Veterans
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- According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams.
- Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website.
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