Physician Assistant - Virtua Reconstructive Orthopedics

Virtua Health•Fairborn, OH

1d•$131,250•Onsite

About The Position

Virtua Reconstructive Orthopedics is looking for an experienced Physician Assistant to join their patient focused orthopedic practice. This position will float to all Virtua Reconstructive Orthopedics office locations.

Requirements

Graduation from accredited Physician Assistant program.
NCCPA Certification and Physician Assistant license issued by the State of New Jersey
BLS Certification
Valid Driver’s License

Responsibilities

Obtains a relevant and complete social, medical and orthopedic history.
Performs an appropriate physical examination with strong knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
Appropriately selects diagnostic tests.
Accurately interprets test results including labs, X-rays, and complete documentation.
Synthesizes information accurately from PE, test results, written forms, EMR and patient verbal report.
Integrates the patient’s PMHx and PSHx into decision making regarding orthopedic treatments.
Appropriately orders pharmaceuticals (antibiotics, anticoagulants, pain management), braces, therapies, weight-bearing status.
Provides quality patient education: timely and thorough during office visit and callbacks.
Provides health education aimed at preventing problems or maintaining health.
Appropriately sizes, applies & removes casts/splints/braces.
Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including but not limited to joint/tendon/bursa injections.
Conducts hospital rounds and consults for hospital patients including evaluation, formulation of treatment plan, and completes all necessary documentation.
Maintains sterile technique and safety standards.
Performs all duties related to surgical first assisting.