Physician Assistant - Orthopedics

Allina Health•Minneapolis, MN

1d•$59 - $81•Onsite

About The Position

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career. This is a 1.0 FTE hospital-based/surgical PA role, serving as a floor/surgical float at Abbott Northwestern Hospital. This position involves occasional weekend work but has no call rotation.

Requirements

Master's degree - Completion of accredited Physician Assistant program
Licensed Physician Assistant - MN Board of Medical Practice required upon hire
BLS Tier 1 - Multisource required within 180 Days
Certification as Physician Assistant - NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants) required upon hire
Drug Enforcement Administration required upon hire

Nice To Haves

New Graduates may be considered.
Minimum 2 years experience in Orthopedics preferred

Responsibilities

Provides help with all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis, treatments, and consultations as part of a Physician/Physician Assistant team.
Works in both inpatient and outpatient situations and can perform independently or as part of a treatment team.
Serves as an educator, case manager, consultant to staff and multidisciplinary health care team.
Provides clinical care for patients
Completes comprehensive patient assessments.
Determines diagnosis and treatment of illness.
Orders and interprets medical diagnostics in tandem with attending physician.
Prescribes medications, treatments, therapy and medical equipment.
Conducts patient education when working to manage chronic illness or wellness care.
Refers for specialty care when determined.
Consults with physician when patient needs outside of Physician Assistant scope of practice, diagnosis or treatment plan is unclear.