What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Assistant position at University Orthopedics?
Job Title: Physician Assistant (PA)
Reports To: Dr. Eric Cohen – Adult Reconstruction Division
Locations: Kettle Point and East Greenwich Offices, East Bay Surgery Center Miriam Hospital
General Summary Of Duties
The PA will be responsible for the evaluation and nonoperative management of patients with musculoskeletal complaints and acute/chronic conditions as well as functioning as a surgical assistant.
Essential Job Functions
Reports To: Dr. Eric Cohen – Adult Reconstruction Division
Locations: Kettle Point and East Greenwich Offices, East Bay Surgery Center Miriam Hospital
General Summary Of Duties
The PA will be responsible for the evaluation and nonoperative management of patients with musculoskeletal complaints and acute/chronic conditions as well as functioning as a surgical assistant.
Essential Job Functions
- Maintain an independent schedule and evaluate patients independently as well as under the direction of the supervising physician.
- Assist physician in examining and diagnosing musculoskeletal and joint problems.
- Assist in surgery and collaborate with the physician and surgical team to provide support during the procedure.
- Order and interpret test results and recommend treatment of patients.
- Administer injections as needed when indicated.
- Provide postoperative patient care.
- Write prescriptions and medical orders.
- Maintain detailed and accurate medical records of patients’ assessments, surgical procedures, and post-operative care.
- Participate in Division research and educational activities.
- Interact and work with orthopedic surgery residents and division fellows.
- Additional duties as assigned to meet office needs.
- Availability for overnight call
- Must have an active RI PA license or be eligible for a license as a PA in RI.
- 5 years experience as an orthopedic PA with surgical experience
- Interpersonal skills including excellent communication skills to deal effectively with staff, patients, and physicians in a knowledgeable, professional, and courteous manner.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient records.
- Must be able to travel to all sites if/when necessary.
- Flexible with travel to additional sites