Physician Assistant - Dr. Stephane Owusu-Sarpong, Dr. Rawlins

Hospital for Special Surgery•New York, NY

7d•$144,533 - $187,894•Onsite

About The Position

Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) is a leading institution, consistently ranked among the top hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS is an innovative, supportive, and inclusive environment for professionals at all career stages. This role is essential to promoting a professional atmosphere through courteous communication, cooperation, and respect for patients, visitors, and members of the healthcare team. The Physician Assistant will uphold stellar customer service practices for patients and families, and act as a liaison to the physician and hospital departments.

Requirements

Provide clinical consultation, assessment, and management to patients.
Conduct outpatient evaluation, treatment and follow-up of surgical patients as directed by the supervising physician.
Provide pre and post-operative and discharge education to patients and family members with regards to safety issues when applicable (e.g., medication, post-operative precautions, use of equipment, etc.).
Review/interpret patient imaging and lab results; communicate results to patients and provide follow-up treatment and education.
Communicate effectively and appropriately when educating patient/family in regard to their medical condition and/or hospital course.
Document progress patient has made toward desired outcomes.
Utilize the computerized order communication system, including transcription of medical orders, retrieval of test results and documentation of results.
Maintain clear and legible history and physical documentation and all other written reports.
Work independently on assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
Complete any relevant patient paperwork such as medication prior authorizations, plan of care, etc.
Assist surgeon in operating room by serving as first assist.
Promote cooperation through teamwork.
Other duties as needed for effective and safe patient care.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical consultation, assessment, and management to patients.
Conduct outpatient evaluation, treatment and follow-up of surgical patients as directed by the supervising physician.
Provide pre and post-operative and discharge education to patients and family members with regards to safety issues when applicable (e.g., medication, post-operative precautions, use of equipment, etc.).
Review/interpret patient imaging and lab results; communicate results to patients and provide follow-up treatment and education.
Communicate effectively and appropriately when educating patient/family in regard to their medical condition and/or hospital course.
Document progress patient has made toward desired outcomes.
Utilize the computerized order communication system, including transcription of medical orders, retrieval of test results and documentation of results.
Maintain clear and legible history and physical documentation and all other written reports.
Work independently on assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
Complete any relevant patient paperwork such as medication prior authorizations, plan of care, etc.
Assist surgeon in operating room by serving as first assist.
Promote cooperation through teamwork.
Other duties as needed for effective and safe patient care.