What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Assistant - Orthopedic Surgery position at Tucson Physician Group Holdings?
Job Summary
Carondelet Medical Group is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant to join our Orthopedic team in Tucson, AZ. This role offers the opportunity to be an integral part of a busy and growing practice, supporting timely access to care for a high-volume patient population.
Position Highlights
Full Time M-F schedule
OR Assist
Orders and interperets diagnostic testing and develops treatment plans
Collaborative team environment
Responsibilities
- Adheres to and supports the mission, purpose, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of Tenet Physician Resources.
- Adheres to the Tenet HIPAA Compliance Plan and the Privacy Standards Confidentiality Agreement.
- Demonstrates support for the Tenet Corporate Compliance Program by being knowledgeable of compliance responsibilities as expressed in the Code of Conduct; adhering to federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and corporate policies and procedures policies that affect his/her specific job functions/responsibilities; and reporting compliance issues/concerns in a timely and appropriate manner.
- Obtains and records client's health history; performs comprehensive physical assessment (including biological, social and psychological needs) as part of a total physical examination.
- Diagnoses, treats and plans appropriate health care for clients as appropriate for specialty; refers clients to physicians and/or outside agencies as required.
- Ensure completion of all required documentation of patient care activities in accordance with TPR policy.
- Fulfill all duties assigned by physician
- Reports to the attending physician of any injuries or adverse reactions during or after treatment
- Participates in patient review conferences and staffing
- Assists the physician as follows, but not limited to Utilization Review, Quality Assurance, Program Evaluation, Infection Control, Safety Committee activities
- Adhere to the established policies and procedures of Tenet Physician Resources Orders and interprets the results of laboratory tests as part of the physical examination and health management.
- Perform and oversee testing and other appropriate procedures.
- Conducts health teaching and counseling during the physical exam, as appropriate, enabling the client to make informed choices about health and treatment options.
- Provides consultative direction as needed for nursing, laboratory and clinic assistant staff.
- Orders medications.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education:
Required: Graduate of accredited PA program
Experience:
Certifications:
Required: PA licensure; DEA eligible. Additional certification(s) per governing board and in accordance with the facility Medical Staff Bylaws.
Physical Demands:
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- Adheres to and supports the mission, purpose, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of Tenet Physician Resources.
- Adheres to the Tenet HIPAA Compliance Plan and the Privacy Standards Confidentiality Agreement.
- Demonstrates support for the Tenet Corporate Compliance Program by being knowledgeable of compliance responsibilities as expressed in the Code of Conduct; adhering to federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and corporate policies and procedures policies that affect his/her specific job functions/responsibilities; and reporting compliance issues/concerns in a timely and appropriate manner.
- Obtains and records client's health history; performs comprehensive physical assessment (including biological, social and psychological needs) as part of a total physical examination.
- Diagnoses, treats and plans appropriate health care for clients as appropriate for specialty; refers clients to physicians and/or outside agencies as required.
- Ensure completion of all required documentation of patient care activities in accordance with TPR policy.
- Fulfill all duties assigned by physician
- Reports to the attending physician of any injuries or adverse reactions during or after treatment
- Participates in patient review conferences and staffing
- Assists the physician as follows, but not limited to Utilization Review, Quality Assurance, Program Evaluation, Infection Control, Safety Committee activities
- Adhere to the established policies and procedures of Tenet Physician Resources Orders and interprets the results of laboratory tests as part of the physical examination and health management.
- Perform and oversee testing and other appropriate procedures.
- Conducts health teaching and counseling during the physical exam, as appropriate, enabling the client to make informed choices about health and treatment options.
- Provides consultative direction as needed for nursing, laboratory and clinic assistant staff.
- Orders medications.
- Other duties as assigned
Education:
Required: Graduate of accredited PA program
Experience:
Certifications:
Required: PA licensure; DEA eligible. Additional certification(s) per governing board and in accordance with the facility Medical Staff Bylaws.
Physical Demands:
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, 401K Plan