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Ortho Alabama Spine and Sports
Physician Assistant- Orthopedics
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What they do
An Orthopedics Physician Assistant provides medical care to patients, under the supervision of a physician or surgeon. Works in concert with an orthopedist, and is licensed to practice medicine but has less formal certification than a physician. Performs duties delegated by a physician such as recording patient medical histories, ordering diagnostic tests, or giving immunizations.
$110,128 / year median in Alabama
+19% projected growth
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Physician Assistant delivers orthopedic medical care to a wide variety of patients in our Physician Group. This position will be responsible for caring for patients, maintaining accurate and current patient records and administering follow-up appointments to patients as required. The successful candidate will work as a team with the physician and the medical staff to deliver premium care to each and every patient. Experience treating various orthopedic cases is highly desired.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 2
years of experience in a Physician Assistant Role Experience working with orthopedic patients in a clinical setting desired Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Graduate of an accredited or PA Program. Current provider card in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Strong computer skills, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Eligible for hospital privileges if requiredSKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
Functions independently performing initial and existing patient exams and screening evaluations Assesses patient health by obtaining and reviewing medical histories, performing physical examinations and evaluations Determines appropriate diagnostic tests, as well as prescribing and interpreting such tests Document patient care services by dictating notes and charting diagnoses and fees in patient records Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. Consult and coordinate with the practice physicians to delivery timely, efficient, and professional care to the patients Utilize our EMR system to input patient data to ensure accuracy of patient information, records, and billingSPECIFIC FUNCTIONS
Clinical duties; assist with seeing patients 5 days a weekJob Type:
Full-time Pay:
$85,000.00 - $100,000.00 per yearBenefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insuranceEducation:
Bachelor's (Required)Work Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance