POSITION SUMMARY

The Pain Management Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner will work closely with our pain management physician to provide high-quality care to patients suffering from acute and chronic pain conditions. You will play a pivotal role in evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients, as well as assisting in interventional procedures and coordinating multidisciplinary care.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including medical history reviews, physical examinations, and diagnostic evaluations. Develop and implement individualized pain management plans in collaboration with the supervising physician, incorporating pharmacological and non-pharmacological modalities. Perform joint and trigger point injections, nerve blocks, and other interventional procedures under the guidance of the physician. Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as X-rays, MRIs, and laboratory studies, to aid in diagnosis and treatment planning. Provide patient education on pain management strategies, medications, and lifestyle modifications. Monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and facilitate referrals to other healthcare professionals, including physical therapists, psychologists, and pain management specialists. Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and practice protocols. Collaborate with the healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes and enhance the patient experience. Participate in departmental meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and continuing education activities to stay abreast of advancements in pain management techniques and best practices. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant/ Nurse Practitioner program. Current state licensure and certification as a Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner. Previous experience in pain management or orthopedics is preferred. Proficiency in conducting physical examinations, interpreting diagnostic tests, and formulating differential diagnoses. Demonstrated competency in performing interventional pain procedures, such as injections and nerve blocks. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to establish rapport with patients and collaborate effectively with colleagues. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care. Willingness to participate in evening or weekend rotations as needed.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires frequent lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds unassisted, including assisting patients or in surgeries when required. Adequate physical ability including sufficient manual dexterity to perform the requisite health care service, including injections. Requires frequent bending, reaching, repetitive hand movements, standing, walking, squatting and sitting, with some heavy lifting, pushing and pulling exerted regularly throughout a regular work shift. Requires exposure to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment.

Pay:

$135,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person