What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Assistant position at University Orthopedics?
Job Title: Physician Assistant (PA)
Location: Sturdy Memorial Hospital in Attleboro, MA
Physicians: Dr. Chao & Dr. McDonald
***This position is with University Orthopedics but will be located at the hospital.
GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
The Orthopedic Physician Assistant (PA) will act as the Orthopedic Service PA for Sturdy Hospital, delivering comprehensive care across our orthopedic spine division.
Essential Job Functions:
- Conduct thorough patient evaluations, including history and physical examinations.
- Round on patients in the hospital.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as X-rays and MRIs.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Educate patients and their families about treatment options and post-operative care.
- Act as a first assistant in the operating room for spine cases.
- See patients in clinic for pre-operative assessments.
- Participate in the on-call rotation with other PAs to provide weeknight and weekend hospital coverage.
- Other assigned duties as needed by management to meet patient care requirements.
Requirements:
- Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
- Current PA state license and certification.
- Previous experience in orthopedics, particularly with spine is preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
