Orthopedic Physician Assistant - Nantucket

Mass General Brigham•Nantucket, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed provider responsible for the assessment and management of various populations of patients, medical and/or surgical, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, development of appropriate plans of care and ongoing evaluation. This role involves running an independent clinic, managing new and follow-up patients, and first-assisting in the OR. The PA may also perform additional duties, such as precepting a small group of learners. The position is part of the Nantucket Cottage Hospital Orthopedics team within the Mass General Brigham network, offering a collaborative and well-resourced setting to practice in a scenic island community.

Requirements

Master's Degree Physician Assistant required
Physician Assistant [State License] required
2 years of experience as a PA required
Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings.
Ability to maintain quality control standards.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.

Nice To Haves

Upper extremity experience is a plus.
Prior orthopedic experience is required.

Responsibilities

Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient population in the ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural setting.
Performs complete histories and physical examinations.
Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests.
Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings.
Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures.
Consistently provides high quality and timely documentation including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes and discharge summaries.
Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population.
Runs an independent clinic, managing new and follow up patients.
First-assists in the OR.