Physician Assistant- Orthopedics- Carbon/Miners

St. Luke’s University Health Network•Lehighton, PA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Advanced Practitioner (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) is responsible for providing healthcare services to patients under the supervision of, and/or in collaboration with, the attending physician. These services include, but are not limited to, medical evaluation, treatment, counseling, and referrals. This role consists of diagnostic evaluations, therapeutic remediation, surgical assistance, and pharmaceutical prescription. The Advanced Practitioner is charged with being a patient advocate and will participate in patient satisfaction, quality, and performance improvement initiatives. Join our expanding AP Orthopedics team as we experience consistent growth across all markets. Become a valued member of our dynamic team! Apply now to learn about the different PA Orthopedics positions available! This role involves a 1:1 relationship with a physician, with a sub-specialty in Hand Surgery. The position has a 60/40 split between office duties and operating room responsibilities, with a predictable office schedule and scheduled OR cases. The call schedule is based on campus region and is paid hourly when onsite and a home "pager" rate. Expectations include floor rounding and calls, and OR coverage. There is no primary ER call at any location.

Requirements

Must be board-eligible Medical Physician Assistant.
Current license to practice in the state of Pennsylvania or New Jersey, as determined by the job location.
One year experience in a similar setting is preferred, but new grads are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Competent in the assessment, treatment, counseling, and education of the patient and their families.
Competency in evaluating patients and performing physical examinations, including obtaining, studying, and updating medical histories.
Determines abnormal conditions by administering or ordering diagnostic tests, such as radiologic and laboratory studies, and accurately interpreting test results.
Evaluates, develops, and implements appropriate patient management and treatment plans.
Coordinates and communicates patient care effectively with other healthcare professionals and institutions.
Provides high-quality health care based on best practice and/or evidence-based medicine.
Performs therapeutic and diagnostic procedures as appropriate and aligned with granted clinical privileges.
Conducts virtual care services, including live and interactive clinical assessments, diagnosis, and treatment via St. Luke’s virtual care platform.
Assists in care coordination and/or escalation of care as appropriate.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
Maintains required continuing medical education.
Participates in the research, development, implementation, and tracking of clinical management guidelines.
Participates in the teaching of multidisciplinary students and physician residents & fellows, ensuring a positive educational environment.
Participates in AP student clinical rotation preceptorship when assigned.
Demonstrates performance improvement in clinical care/outcomes, customer/service improvement, operational system/process, and safety.
Competent in utilizing electronic medical records, remains current with medical record documentation, and provides documentation optimal for billing.
Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources.
Peri-operative (pre- & post-) assessment and management of assigned surgical patients.
Ensures appropriate orders have been placed and completed.
Assists surgeon in the intra-operative care of the surgical patient during scheduled and emergency procedures, as assigned (e.g., first/second surgical assist, drain placement, wound closure, application of sterile dressings).
Daily evaluations and rounding of post-operative patients, determining and ordering appropriate studies and therapeutic regimens.
Assists in outpatient office hours with pre- and post-operative evaluation of patients, completion of associated documentation, and effective communication with referring & family physicians.
Maintains pertinent surgical patient databases in relation to performance and quality improvement.