Physician Assistant - ORTHOPEDIC TRAUMA/SURGERY Job Description

The Department of Orthopedics is seeking an experienced Orthopedic Physician Assistant. We are a 450+ physician multi-specialty group. The position will assist the attending surgeons in orthopedics to deliver quality patient care services at a public hospital and state designated Level 1 Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center.

Orthopedic P.A. Essential Responsibilities As Delegated by the Supervising Physician:

• Perform history and physical examinations of patients in both the inpatient and outpatient setting
• Enter patient orders as directed
• Review and discuss results of medical imaging and laboratory studies with attending physician, hospital staff, and/or patients as appropriate
• Make hospital rounds and write notes daily on patients
• Assist attending surgeon in the operating room
• Participate in trauma call schedule, 6-7 shifts per month

The Department of Or...