Physician Assistant

Peachtree Orthopaedic Clinic•Atlanta, GA

64d•Hybrid

About The Position

Provide health care services to patients under the direction and responsibility of Peachtree Orthopedics' Physicians. This role involves a range of duties in clinic, hospital, and general office settings, requiring a strong understanding of medical practice, patient care, and organizational policies. The Physician Assistant will be responsible for patient assessment, treatment planning, documentation, and coordination of care, serving as a liaison between patients and physicians. The position also requires adherence to OSHA standards and ethical patient care practices.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
Two years’ experience working as a Physician Assistant, preferably in Orthopedics.
Knowledge of professional medical practice to give and evaluate patient care.
Knowledge of organizational policies, regulations, and procedures to administer patient care.
Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as weight, height, and medication dosing.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Knowledge of Athena Database software and MS Word, Excel, and EMR (Athena) software.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants certification.
American Heart Association's Certification - BLS Certified.

Nice To Haves

Preferably in Orthopedics.

Responsibilities

Obtain patient history and/or x-rays.
Schedule diagnostic studies/surgery and obtain pre-certifications.
Prepare and assist/administer injections/aspirations.
Obtain specimen for laboratory and complete required forms.
Application/removal of casts, splints, and braces.
Perform dressing changes and remove sutures/staples.
Perform minor office procedures.
Complete DME charge and/or Physical Therapy referral.
Complete return to work slips and distribute appropriately.
Complete applications for Handicap Parking permits.
Provide patients with educational materials regarding surgery/diagnostic studies or equipment/casts.
Ensure compliance with OSHA standards regarding blood borne pathogens.
Prescribe medications.
Coordinate work-in appointments.
Obtain x-ray and diagnostic results from appropriate source.
Serve as liaison between patient and physician.
Coordinate consultations with other physicians.
Order laboratory/diagnostic procedures.
Establish differential diagnosis and treatment plan.
Document all records of patient encounter.
Triage/Provide care in the Emergency Room when assigned.
Provide call coverage when requested.
Provide OR assistance when needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
May direct the activities of medical assistants when appropriate.
See and assess patient, review chart, write progress note and orders when needed during hospital rounds.
Discuss plan of care with all team members during hospital rounds.
Perform procedures as needed — pull drains, dressing changes, etc. during hospital rounds.
Assist with discharge planning during hospital rounds.
Attends meetings and performs related work as required.
Adhere to all Peachtree Orthopedic Clinic policies and procedures.
Comply with all laws, rules, and regulations.
Engage in ethical patient care and business practices.