Urgent Care Physician Assistant
About The Position
LBJI is seeking a Physician Assistant to join its busy, well-established orthopedic practice in Northwest Indiana. The position focuses primarily on urgent care sports medicine and general orthopedics. It offers competitive compensation, hands-on experience, and the opportunity to work closely with an orthopedic surgeon and experienced clinical team. Experienced PAs and motivated new graduates are welcome to apply. The Physician Assistant works independently in the Urgent Care and may consult on patients, provide medical care, manage medications, and coordinate care for patients with chronic or acute injuries.
Requirements
- Current state PA license.
- Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
- Master’s in PA studies from an accredited university.
Nice To Haves
- Interest in orthopedics.
- Experienced PAs and motivated new graduates are welcome to apply.
Responsibilities
- Obtain patient histories and perform assessments through observation and examination.
- Prescribe appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities.
- Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic and therapeutic tests as needed.
- Implement interventions to support patients in regaining or maintaining physiologic stability.
- Assess and revise care plans based on physician recommendations and changes in the patient's condition.
- Consult with other staff regarding referrals, follow-ups, and transfers of care.
- Educate patients and families by providing tools and resources to support decision-making.
- Participate in professional development activities and attend seminars as needed.
- Exercise initiative, judgment, discretion, and decision-making to achieve medical objectives.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
