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Physician Assistant - Hand and Wrist
- OrthoNY (Schenectady, NY)
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OrthoNY is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Physician Assistant to join our team of orthopedic specialists. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to work in both the Operating Room (OR) and clinic settings, allowing you to gain extensive experience and develop your skills in a variety of environments.
If you are passionate about career growth and eager to learn, this is the perfect role for you. **Apply today!**
General Description
The Physician Assistant will examine patients, diagnose injuries, and provide treatment under the supervision of an Orthopedic Surgeon. This role involves assisting in the operating room twice a week and working in the clinic on the remaining days.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
+ Triage new, follow up and emergency patients, formulate treatment plans based on diagnosis and confer with supervising physician as needed, do pre-procedure H&Ps and complete dictation for file;
+ Order and review diagnostic tests (i.e., labs, X-rays);
+ Order, prescribe, dispense, and administer medication, orthotics and other as applicable;
+ Perform procedures such as injections, aspirations, case/splint applications and removals;
+ Answer patient questions regarding post-op care, medications, and support staff questions to work as a team;
+ Completion of all dictation within 48 hours of seeing a patient in the office setting.
+ Carry out other duties and responsibilities as needed/assigned
Qualifications
+ Advanced degree with state licensure required;
+ Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. 1 to 3 years of experience preferred;
+ Orthopedic experience preferred;
+ Proficiency with computers and computer systems, specifically electronic medical records systems, is required;
+ Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Other Information
+ This position requires periodic travel to and between practice locations and related companies, as needed and required.
+ Salary is based off of years of experience
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