Physician Assistant - Orthopedic Surgery

Premier Orthopedics has an immediate need for a Physician Assistant.

The Physician Assistant is responsible for promoting and maintaining patient health by providing medical services under the supervision of a physician. This may include; ordering and interpreting diagnostic studies, analyzing patient data, developing treatment plans, assisting in the operating room, completing hospital rounds, and pre- and post-op management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Contributes to physician's effectiveness by identifying patient care issues that must be addressed; providing information and commentary pertinent to deliberations; recommending options and courses of action; implementing physician directives.

2. Assesses patient health by making rounds; interviewing patients; performing physical examinations; obtaining, updating, and studying medical histories.

3. Administers and orders diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, electrocardiograms, and laboratory studies; interpreting test results.

4. Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records.

5. Assists in surgery and performs therapeutic procedures by administering injections and immunizations; suturing; managing wounds and infections.

6. Orders medication and refills.

Job Type: Full-time

Education:
*Bachelor's (Required)

Location:
*Broomall, PA 19008 (Required)

License:
*Physician Assistant (Required)

Language:
*English (Required)

Work authorization:
*United States (Required)

Additional Compensation:
*Bonuses

Benefits:
*Health insurance
*Dental insurance
*Vision insurance
*Retirement plan
*Paid time off
*Professional development assistance

Medical Specialty:
*Surgery