Job description

Job Summary

Partner with a supervising physician to provide patient care in a dedicated upper extremity practice; role is dedicated to working an independent Mon-Fri schedule in the office seeing new and follow-up patients, as well performing procedures. Excelsior is a comprehensive practice with imaging diagnostic services on site as well as ancillary services such as occupational and physical therapy. The qualified candidate will be patient-centered and passionate about restoring function and enhancing the quality of life of our patients. Ideal PA candidate will possess experience in upper extremity orthopaedics care. NYS license required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Obtain patients complete medical history and physical data.
• Assess patient for developing and updating of treatment plans; implement treatment plans that have been reviewed and approved by supervising physician.
• Order diagnostic tests, including but not limited to radiology exams and laboratory studies.
• Provide patient education, effectively explaining the necessity, preparation, nature, and anticipated effects of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Review patient records, interpreting and integrating data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures needed, including but not limited to radiology and laboratory tests.
• Prescribe drugs, schedule III, IV and V controlled substances to the extent permitted by licensing and administer prescribed medications as directed; observe, record, and report patient’s condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physician.
• Work closely with clinical support:
• Triage Nurse (RN) to ensure all patient questions and concerns are addressed, such as, make recommendations to address medical or post-operative complications, follow up to ensure successful outcomes.
• Scribe to handle chart prep and scribe notes while accompanying office visits
• Other support includes: Surgery Scheduler, DME Specialist, and LPN to handle casting, suture/staple removal, injection draws
• Attend continuing education courses as requested.
• Share on call responsibilities with supervising physician

Requirements and Qualifications

• Graduation from AMA accredited physician assistant program, including national certification as a physician assistant by the NCCPA.
• Current NYS Physician Assistant License.
• BS Health Sciences.

Physical Demands

• Position requires full range of body motion including ability to position and move patients.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Orthopedics

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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