Urgent Ortho Care Physician Assistant Per Diem - Wilton, CT

Spire Orthopedic Partners•Wilton, CT

48d•$150 - $150•Onsite

About The Position

Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Specialists (ONS) has an excellent opportunity for a per diem Physician Assistant to join its Urgent Ortho Care team. The PA will provide care at the ONS Wilton, CT location. ONS is widely recognized for its collaborative culture and commitment to clinical excellence. ONS is a multi-specialty orthopaedic and neurosurgery practice that has served patients throughout the New York Metropolitan area for more than 25 years. The 35 ONS fellowship trained physicians provide expertise in the full spectrum of musculoskeletal conditions and injuries, sports medicine, minimally invasive orthopedic, spine and brain surgery, joint replacement, and trauma. ONS provides onsite digital imaging and state-of-the art physical therapy and MRI. ONS also operates a world class AAAHC accredited ASC in Stamford, CT.

Requirements

Master’s degree
Board certified
Valid Connecticut PA license
DEA and Connecticut Controlled Substances License
Minimum of one year of orthopedic or emergency room experience preferred
Ability to work independently (with physician on-call)
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills

Responsibilities

Performs and documents history and physicals of walk-in patients
Evaluates and treats injuries including sprains, strains, fractures, wound care and post op problems
Performs in-office procedures such as cast/splint placements, wound care and managing infection
Orders X-rays and other diagnostic tests as needed
Consistently and accurately documents all calls, treatments, medications, etc. in patient chart
Instructs and counsels patients regarding diagnosis and follow up steps
Responds to all patient questions
Assists physicians in addressing urgent patient needs as necessary
Maintains clinical information with additions/corrections as needed
Performs other duties/projects as assigned