Physician Assistant

Orthopedic Associates of Lancaster•Manheim Township, PA

22d•Onsite

About The Position

Orthopedic Associates of Lancaster (OAL) is seeking a full-time Orthopedic Physician Assistant (PA-C) to join their Hand & Wrist team. This team includes three Orthopedic Hand & Wrist Surgeons, one Orthopedic Physician Assistant, and a specialized Hand Therapy Department. The Physician Assistant will work collaboratively with physicians, assist in surgery as a first assist, and manage orthopedic patients in an outpatient setting. The role involves performing patient histories, documenting in the EMR system, examining and treating patients, and educating patients and families. The position also includes participation in trauma call coverage, averaging four call shifts per month, with additional compensation for on-call duties. OAL is a privately owned group with multiple locations and outpatient surgical centers, known for its advanced technology and patient-centered care.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program.
Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
Experience in outpatient evaluation and management.
Current ACLS Certification.

Nice To Haves

Experience in orthopedics is preferred.

Responsibilities

Work collaboratively with the physician in the identification, treatment, and management of orthopedic problems.
Work as the first assist in surgery.
Assist physicians in office by performing complete, detailed, and accurate histories, review of patient records, and documentation in EMR system.
Examine and treat orthopedic patients, to include injections and reductions.
Establish rapport, educate, and counsel patients and family as to current situation, developing and implementing a treatment plan.
Maintains and acquires knowledge and skills to perform required duties to meet all office, hospital, state, organizational and licensure requirements.
Assist with trauma call coverage as part of a regular rotation of a combination of telephonic call during the weekdays and one 24-hour call shift with rounding responsibilities one weekend per month.
Performs other duties as assigned.