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Washington Orthopedic Spine & Injury Center

Orthopedic Physician Assistant ** SIGN ON BONUS**

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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.

$128,892 / year median in Washington

+17% projected growth

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•25,000 SIGN
ON BONUS
•Northwest Orthopedic Spine & Injury Center (NWOSIC) is seeking a full-time office-based Certified Physician Assistant with Orthopedic experience, to join our rapidly growing practice. Ideal candidate would have 4 years of Orthopedic experience to include spinal and extremity evaluation and treatment. The candidate will primarily be in our Vancouver, WA office. We are a well-established multispecialty clinic treating patients injured in accidents. We have more than a dozen specialists providing comprehensive and coordinated care for accident victims. The majority of patients have spine and extremity-related issues. We also have a large brain injury clinic. NWOSIC provides imaging, diagnosis and treatment to include both non-surgical and surgical care. The clinic is privately owned and operated. The qualified candidate will practice autonomously, doing new patient evaluations, follow-ups and post-op visits, injections, imaging interpretation and coordinate patient care with direct supervision from the orthopedic medical director and have access to a wide array of specialists as needed. The candidate must be comfortable with electronic health records and basic technology functionality. The practice does NOT manage chronic pain or narcotics. There is no Emergency Room Call. Other key aspects of position include: Greeting/ identifying patient & completing and documenting an accurate history and physical examination of patients; may include moving and positioning patients Ordering and interpreting tests, treatments, and therapies within the scope of practice Performing office-based procedures to include injections with use of Ultrasound Interpretation of imaging, to include plain x-rays, MRI and various scans and tests Direct Supervisor is Orthopedic Medical Director and Clinic Founder Prescribing medications, diet, supplies, devices, and other home health needs post operatively Instructing and counseling patients regarding the treatment plan & therapeutic regimes. Documenting clear, concise, and accurate information regarding patient care in the medical record in a timely fashion Provides education to patients, families, and significant others using established education materials Serving as the "quarterback" coordinating care between different specialists, in conjunction with Medical Director Integrates evidence-based knowledge and clinical expertise in decision-making Highly Competitive Salary commensurate with experience Requirements Education and Experience Graduate of accredited Physician's Assistant Program. Physician Assistant License, Current.
Job Type:
Full-time Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Relocation assistance Vision insurance
Experience:
Orthopedics:
1 year (Preferred)
Clinic:
2 years (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person