Physicians Assistant, Ortho, Full-Time

The South Bend Clinic•South Bend, IN

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The South Bend Clinic's Orthopedics team is seeking a skilled and compassionate Physician Assistant to join their collaborative team. This role will help expand high-quality care and continue serving patients with expertise and dedication. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of experience in Orthopedics as a licensed Advanced Practice Provider, but new graduates are encouraged to apply. The South Bend Clinic is committed to patient-centered, physician-led care and joined Duly Health and Care in 2021 to further its mission of improving healthcare in the Michiana community.

Requirements

Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
National certification in the applicable specialty (ANCC).
Current state licensure as Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Nurse and RN in the state of Indiana.
Maintains current CPR (BLS) certification.
Active Mid-level Practitioner Controlled Substance License and DEA License may be required based on prescriptive authority.
Strong analytical, interpretive, and problem-solving skills.
Proactive in multi-tasking and time management skills while ensuring patient care at a high level.
Detail-oriented in maintaining patient-related information and documenting patient progress.
Exceptional patient interaction demonstrating a friendly, approachable demeanor, effectively resolves customer complaints, and applies strong customer service principles to ensure a positive experience.

Nice To Haves

1-2 years experience in Orthopedics as a licensed Advanced Practice Provider.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive skin examinations, conduct and interpret diagnostic testing, develop care plans.
Order diagnostic testing, skin biopsies, laboratory, x-ray, and/or other non-invasive diagnostic tests and procedures.
Initiate collaboration with supervising physicians, referrals to appropriate physicians or other health care professionals of problems that exceed the NPs scope of practice.
Maintain communication with referring physicians while continuing to provide exceptional patient care.
Prescribe medications within scope of practice, with collaborative physician oversight and necessary mid-level practitioner-controlled substance license.
Counsel patients on conditions, treatment options, and preventative measures, adjusting communication to the patient's age, psycho-social, and cultural needs to achieve optimal health outcomes in accordance with practice protocols.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits that include healthcare navigation assistance and medical coverage at 100% (after deductible) when utilizing a Duly provider.
Flexible Spending Account/Health Savings Account.
Employer provided life and disability insurance.
401K with company match.
Flexible Time Off.
Volunteer Days.
Paid Holidays.
Employee Discounts.
Tuition Assistance.
Up to $2,500 yearly in CME funds.