Orthopedic Physician Assistant - Nantucket

Mass General Brigham•Nantucket, MA

6d•$173,867•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Nantucket Cottage Hospital Orthopedics team and practice in a collaborative, well-resourced setting. In this role, you’ll run an independent clinic, managing new and follow-up patients and first-assist in the OR. Prior orthopedic experience is required, and upper extremity experience is a plus. Note: This role does not currently include total joints or hip cases. Enjoy competitive compensation with RVU and quality incentives, relocation and housing assistance, and the chance to serve a diverse patient population as part of the Mass General Brigham network. Live and work in a scenic island community known for its excellent schools, vibrant downtown, and easy access to Boston and Cape Cod. The Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed provider. The PA is responsible for the assessment and management of various populations of patients, medical and/or surgical, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, development of appropriate plans of care and ongoing evaluation. May also perform additional duties, such as precepting a small group of learners.

Requirements

Master's Degree Physician Assistant required
Physician Assistant [State License] - Generic - HR Only required
2 years of experience as a PA required
Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings.
Ability to maintain quality control standards.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.

Nice To Haves

upper extremity experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient population in the ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural setting.
Performs complete histories and physical examinations.
Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests.
Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings.
Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures.
Consistently provides high quality and timely documentation including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes and discharge summaries.
Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population.