Physician Assistant – Spine / Pain Management Position Available In Lee, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: Physician Assistant specializing in Spine/Pain Management needed at Orthopedic Specialists of SW Florida in Fort Myers. Full-time position with 5 years of clinical experience required. Responsibilities include assisting in surgeries, post-op care, discharge planning, and coordination with healthcare team. Must be Florida licensed. Excellent work environment with a supportive team and cutting-edge facilities.
Job Description
Orthopedic Specialist of
SW FL. 14601
Hope Center Loop , Fort Myers, FL.
Job Title:
Physician Assistant- Spine /
Pain Management Department:
Clinical Exempt Status:
Exempt Position Status :
Full time
About OSSWF:
Orthopedic Specialists of SW Florida has been a cornerstone of orthopedic care in the Fort Myers area for over 24 years. Our practice boasts a team of 16 fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons specializing in various subspecialities. We are committed to excellence and continued growth, offering comprehensive services including onsite Physical Therapy/Occupational Therapy, MRI, and digital X-ray. We prioritize patient care and strive for the highest standards of service. Orthopedic Specialists of SW Florida’s state-of-the-art, 60,000 square-foot facility incorporates the latest in leading-edge technology in order to provide optimal care for patients who have bone, joint, muscle and spine problems. Our office includes a full Physical Therapy and Occupational/Hand Therapy division, which work in close coordination with our physicians to provide non-operative, preoperative, post-operative and preventive care.
Job Summary:
Provide surgical and non-surgical treatment of patients with spine related conditions.
Essential Functions:
Candidate will work closely with attending spine surgeon in clinic setting evaluating surgical and non-surgical patients. 1st assistant in surgery – Performs first assist duties, including ensuring all needed equipment and supplies are present. Post-op – Writes orders in the recovery room, talks with family, visits patients, performs post-op procedures and more Discharge planning- Dictates discharge summaries, writes prescriptions, explains discharge instructions, confirms follow-up appointments and more Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the patient’s care plan
Core Competences:
Responsible for promoting the Standards of Excellence for Orthopedic Specialists while demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior toward patients, visitors, volunteers, peers and physicians Maintain a neat and orderly work environment, demonstrates the ability to organize and prioritize work during heavy workload situations to expedite patient care Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments Minimum Requirements (education, experience, special skills and licenses or certifications required): Florida licensed as Physician Assistant or ARNP Five years of professional clinical experience Strong organizational skills
Additional Comments:
Candidate will work closely with attending spine surgeon but also have the opportunity to have significant autonomy in clinical setting. Candidate will have full support of medical assistant staff and act as a true physician extender Candidate will be a part of a strong, friendly team and work in a brand new state of the art spine center with adjoining state of the art surgery center. Very good quality of life and work quality balance.
