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OrthoVirginia Inc
Physician Assistant- OOC
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What they do
A Physician Assistant provides medical care to patients, under the supervision of a physician or surgeon. Works in all areas and specialties of medicine, 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. May serve as the primary healthcare provider, in consultation with a part-time physician, in communities with limited health care resources.
$131,309 / year median in Virginia
+18% projected growth
Job Description
At OrthoVirginia, you're part of a team dedicated to delivering expert orthopedic and therapy care across the state. As Virginia's largest provider of musculoskeletal care, we offer full-time and part-time opportunities in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. With more than 159 physicians in over 35 locations—including Lynchburg, Northern Virginia, Richmond, Southwest Virginia, and Hampton Roads—OrthoVirginia is a leader in orthopedic surgery, non-surgical care, and physical, hand, and occupational therapy. Our nationally recognized specialists treat a full range of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions, helping patients of all ages move, heal, and thrive. Join us and become part of a trusted network committed to excellence in orthopedic care. Ortho On-Call is a growing Urgent Care and we are currently hiring a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner. This position will join our exceptional team of physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and sports medicine physicians and will ensure our teams continue to deliver quality care in a patient-focused setting. Ortho On-Call's walk-in urgent care clinics are designed specifically to treat acute orthopedic-related injuries and conditions and are supported by the board-certified physicians and full-service therapies of OrthoVirginia. The successful candidate will be a qualified and compassionate provider with a licensure to see all age ranges. Along with a collaborative, team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a friendly, caring environment where patients are treated with respect, our outstanding employment package includes:
- Competitive salary
- 100% outpatient setting
- Professional, collegial environment Generous 401(k) incentive plan
- Paid malpractice Primary Functions & Accountabilities
- Examine, diagnose, and treat patients of all ages for immediate health care needs, as well as provide employer services.
- Urgent care responsibilities. As we are open 361 days a year, weekend and early evening shifts will be required.
- Ordering and interpreting appropriate diagnostic tests
- Fracture/Dislocation reductions/management, laceration repair, joint injections
- Instructs patients and families regarding diagnosis, treatment plan and medications
- Consults with physicians when warranted to assess patient condition and treatment plan
- Ensures that medical charts and administrative paperwork are completed in a timely manner
- Performs within guidelines of specific privileges approved by the governing body and delegated by the Medical Director
- Provides support to medical and office staff Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Ability to assess situations, resolve within scope of ability, or escalate as appropriate
- Ability to respond effectively to emergencies, actual events, or drills
- Ability to follow instructions and make decisions with little supervision
- Ability to maintain professional demeanor in all aspects of role
- Travels between facilities when indicated
- Strong customer service skills and excellent communication skills Candidate must have experience in:
- Sports injuries Sprains & strains Slips, trips, falls
- Hand & wrist injuries Foot & ankle injuries Knee/shoulder injuries
- Cuts & lacerations
- Back & neck injuries
- Broken bones
- Sports physicals (NOVA & RIC)
- Work-related injuries Position Requirements Board Certified/Eligible Prefer 2+ years of orthopedic experience or practice in Emergency/Urgent Care clinical/hospital setting Active/current state medical license and eligible for a VA Medical License DEA License Physical health to meet the ergonomic standards and demands of the position This organization participates in E-Verify.