Physician Assistant (Hospital & Clinic) at Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance

Columbia, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

31 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Orthopaedic Practices, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Conflict Management, Diagnostic Studies, Surgical Assistance, Patient Education, Prescription Management, HIPAA Compliance, Monitoring Care, Follow Up, Triage, Clinical Examinations, Team Collaboration, Attention to Detail

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

Description This position is a full-time, permanent clinical onsite position within Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance. The Physician Assistant is an extension of our Orthopaedic Surgeons, and works closely with them in our practice, serving an important role in our holistic patient care. Our PAs are responsible for providing routine patient care in a clinical setting and aiding our physicians ensuring that our patient care is of the highest effectiveness and quality. Our PAs spend a substantial amount of time in our clinical sites, but will also support our surgeons in surgical settings. Perform comprehensive and problem-focused history and physical examinations Order and interpret diagnostic studies (i.e. x-rays, MRIs, CTs) Establish a diagnosis, determine a treatment plan, implement the necessary ancillaries, and order additional and selective studies or laboratory evaluations. Work closely with the TOA surgeons to evaluate and treat patients in the office setting Provide needed procedures; assist surgery and continually assess patients’ needs and conduct appropriate follow up. Evaluate consults in the emergency department and round on post-operative patients in the hospital setting. Prepare written prescription orders for drugs and controlled substances and authorize prescription refills. Assist physicians and ancillary staff in the application of specialized orthopaedic devices, such as braces, splints, and casts. Participate in a weekend call rotation. Assist physicians by recording patient progress notes and transcribe orders. Triage patient telephone calls, answer questions and provide consultation and education to the patient and personal representatives. Provide monitoring and continuity of care. Provide supporting documentation and coding information for all health care services provided. Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations. Protect patient privacy in compliance with HIPAA Privacy Regulations Travel to multiple clinics or satellite offices as required Requirements Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program with experience in Orthopaedic practices preferred Current and active licenses and certifications Exceptional customer service skills Demonstrated conflict management skills Excellent oral and written communication skills Strong organizational skills with great attention to detail Operating room experience preferred Benefits: Competitive pay Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k match with employee contribution and discretionary profit-sharing Paid Time Off (which increases with years of service) Paid Holidays TOA a is an equal opportunity employer. TOA conducts background checks on applicants who accept employment offers. TOA adheres to HIPAA and OSHA safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

The Physician Assistant will perform comprehensive patient evaluations, assist in surgeries, and provide routine patient care in both clinical and surgical settings. They will also collaborate closely with Orthopaedic Surgeons to ensure high-quality patient care.