Outpatient Physician Assistant - Orthopedic Surgery
Core
Independent outpatient workup and management of orthopedic conditions including spine, joints, hand, sports, and trauma.
Role type
Outpatient Physician Assistant (Orthopedic Surgery)
Builds
Patient care plans, diagnostic studies, and treatment interventions for orthopedic patients
Domain
Healthcare / Orthopedic Surgery
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Orthopedic patient evaluation, diagnostic test interpretation, medication management, surgical assistance, patient counseling, discharge planning, regulatory compliance
Preferred skills
Spine/joints/hand/sports/trauma specialization, independent patient management
Technologies
EMG, ECG, X-ray, CT, MRI, bone scans, Wound Vac, orthotics, braces, splints
Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive history and physical exams, order and interpret diagnostic studies, formulate treatment plans, assist in surgeries, educate patients on preventive care, coordinate inpatient to outpatient transitions, maintain medical records, participate in departmental rounds and meetings
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC