Orthopedic Urgent Care Physician Assistant (PA-C)

Proliance Surgeons•Tacoma, WA

2d•$100,339 - $180,610•Onsite

About The Position

The certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) is a critical part of our team of committed, self-motivated people who provide critical services to promote and maintain our service, care, and our values. This position is ideal for a motivated provider seeking to practice at the top of their license in an orthopedic urgent care environment. The Physician Assistant will independently evaluate, diagnose and treat patients presenting with acute musculoskeletal injuries and conditions, while working closely with a team of orthopedic surgeons and advanced practice providers. The Orthopedic Urgent Care Physician Assistant provides same-day access for patients with fractures, sprains, strains, sports injuries, work-related injuries, acute joint pain, and other orthopedic conditions. This roles focuses exclusively on outpatient patient care. The ideal candidate has strong interest in orthopedics and sports medicine and passion for delivering outstanding patient experiences and same-day access to care.

Requirements

Graduate of accredited Physician’s Assistant Program
Washington State Physician Assistant License, Current
Current Certification as a physician assistant by the National Commission of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Current CPR and BLS from the American Heart Association
Advanced physical assessment and critical thinking skills required
Ability to listen, interact and communicate verbally and in writing
Superior customer service skills
Great interpersonal skills; demonstrating patience, composure and cooperation; working well with all patients, physicians and staff.
Advanced understanding of and adherence to all safety, risk management and precautionary procedures, including the consistent respect for confidentiality (HIPAA)
Using time efficiently, with meticulous attention to detail, accuracy and completion
Ability to manage multiple factors for the best result.
Resourcefulness in addressing first level problems and tenacity to see things through to solution
Ability to remove oneself personally from given situations, remaining objective
Able to adapt to change, delays or unexpected events while maintaining a positive mindset
Clear oral and written communication
Ability to provide feedback to improve performance
Self-motivated; able to work following specific guidelines and in accordance with detailed instructions; measure self against standard of excellence, overcome obstacles and challenges with little supervision

Nice To Haves

Orthopedic, sports medicine, urgent care, emergency medicine or related experience preferred

Responsibilities

Greeting/ identifying patient & completing and documenting an accurate history and physical examination of patients; may include moving and positioning patients
Conducting comprehensive or episodic health assessments and developing patient care plans
Ordering and interpreting tests, treatments, and therapies, within the scope of practice
Prescribing medications, diet, supplies, prosthetic devices, and other home health aides according to clinical privileges
Administer and/or inject medications
Wound care; apply or remove casting, splinting, wound dressing; suture and staple removal, etc.
Instruct and counsel patients regarding the total treatment plan & therapeutic regimes
Providing clear, concise, and accurate information regarding patient care in the medical record
Obtain/maintain technical familiarity and proficiency for specific surgical procedures prior to their performance
Remain proficient in the utilization of commonly used clinical protocols and guidelines
The ability to initiate Basic/Advanced life support in response to emergency situations.
Provides education to patients, families, and significant others using established education materials
May provide other clinical duties within the scope of practice as directed under a patient’s care plan
Advocates for patients, families, co-workers, the community, and the health care profession
Integrates evidence-based knowledge and clinical expertise in decision-making
Seeks experiences and formal and independent learning activities to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge
Establishes an effective relationship with the supervising physician
Complete duties and assist others as directed