Orthopedic Physician Assistant - Greenwich, CT

Spire Orthopedic Partners•Greenwich, CT

64d•Onsite

About The Position

Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Specialists (ONS) has an excellent opportunity for a full-time Physician Assistant (4/10-hour shifts) to join its growing team. The PA will provide clinical and surgical support to a busy, well established total joint surgeon. Office locations include Greenwich and Wilton, CT. This highly regarded practice is committed to delivering superior clinical outcomes and offers a collegial and supportive work environment. The position offers a robust compensation package with generous call pay and comprehensive benefits, including five weeks of PTO and a continuing education allowance.

Requirements

Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program
NCCPA Certification
Licensure as a Physician Assistant in both Connecticut and New York
DEA and Connecticut Controlled Substance licenses
BLS and ACLS Certification
Minimum one-year orthopedic or surgical experience preferred, new graduates with an orthopedic surgery rotation are encouraged to apply
Ability to work well under pressure and multi-task
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills

Responsibilities

Performs and documents history and physicals of pre-operative patients. Prepares documentation for consent on admit
Assists with post-operative checks, including wound evaluations and dressing changes
Performs in-office procedures such as cast/splint placements and removals, suture removal and wound care, staple removals, and managing infection
Collects and/or prepares samples, such as wound cultures or joint fluid from patients for testing
Administers medications, orally or by subcutaneous injection when indicated
Renews medications, as needed for patients in office, phone, or electronically
Orders X-rays, laboratory tests, physical therapy renewals, CT/MRI and other diagnostic tests as needed
Makes post-operative calls to patients at home to check on status when indicated
Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens and patient teaching
Participates in Urgent Care coverage
Participates in rotating PA on call coverage, which includes after hours phone coverage
Assists physicians with fluoroscopic epidural injections when needed
First assists in all surgeries with attending physicians
Assures all films, X-rays, MRIs, etc. are up on monitors prior to surgeries
Handles all emergency room consultations and admissions
Provides quality in-patient care including rounds, progress notes, dressing changes, and follows lab results
Handles post-op orders for all cases covered
Coordinates discharge of patient including clinical resume and all other required documentation