Physician Assistant - Peabody, MA

Physician Assistant - Peabody, MA Sports Medicine North - 2.9 Peabody, MA Job Details Full-time $118,300 - $177,400 a year 6 days ago Benefits 401(k) Paid time off Qualifications Customer service Physician Assistant License PA-C Full Job Description Sports Medicine North, a multi-specialty orthopedic practice north of Boston, has an excellent opportunity for a full-time Physician Assistant to join its dynamic team. The Physician Assistant will provide clinic and OR support to the group's orthopedic surgeons. This well-regarded practice of 24 sub-specialty trained physicians offers a highly collegial and supportive work environment.

Highlights:

Performs complete physical exams, obtains complete medical history and records findings Orders appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures. Interprets and integrates data to determine diagnosis and therapeutic plan Collaborates with physicians in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patients Performs first assistant surgical duties, including tissue retraction and suturing Provides monitoring and continuity of care between physician visits Administers medications and injections in compliance with state law and clinic guidelines Instructs patients/families regarding medications and treatments Educates patients regarding health and illness prevention, surgical procedures and expectations in perioperative period Actively supports patient safety program; adheres to applicable patient safety standards including NQF Safe Practices Triages patient telephone calls and provides consultation as necessary Conducts post-operative evaluations Hospital rounding / call responsibilities Performs necessary administrative duties consistent with role including EMR and billing inputs Identifies emergency situations and uses sound judgement in instituting established procedures to respond to emergencies in a calm and efficient manner Athenahealth EMR Monday-Friday schedule On-site ambulatory surgery center Office locations- Peabody, Beverly, Newburyport, Gloucester Hospital affiliations- Beverly Hospital and Anna Jacques Hospital Generous compensation commensurate with experience and comprehensive benefit package offered (including 4 weeks PTO, 401k, and CME allowance) IND2

Requirements:

Board Certified PA Massachusetts license Orthopedic experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply with an orthopedic rotation Strong interpersonal and customer service skills For more information about Sports Medicine North, visit www.sportsmednorth.com. We are an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified Applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances (referred to as "protected characteristics").