Physician Assistant

Requirements

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including medical histories and physical examinations.
• Diagnose and treat orthopedic conditions such as fractures, joint disorders, sports injuries, and degenerative diseases.
• Order, interpret, and review diagnostic tests including X-rays, MRIs, and lab work.
• Develop and implement treatment plans, including prescribing medications and therapies.
• Absorb and assist with in-office and surgical procedures, including pre-operative and post-operative care.
• Occasionally round on patients in the hospital.
• Provide patient education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, rehabilitation, and preventive care.
• Perform in-office procedures such as injections, splinting, casting, and wound care.
• Document patient encounters accurately and timely in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Collaborate with physicians and care teams to ensure continuity of care.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, safety, and confidentiality standards.
• Make appropriate patient referrals to practice physicians and other health care providers.
• Lends assistance and provides solutions to scheduling personnel for patient triage problems as requested.
• Performs other clinical duties as directed by supervising physician(s).
• Participates in clinical meetings held by practice physician(s).
• Performs call and hospital responsibilities as scheduled and/or requested by physician(s).
• Coordinates with Clinic Manager regarding operational issues such as patient scheduling, medical assistance provided by certified medical assistants and nurses, and other patient-flow matters.
• Completes the providers section of managed care referral forms for referral to specialty care and/or diagnostic testing as required by each individual patient's health insurance plan.
• Completes the clinical portion of third-party payer inquiries and disabilities form as required/requested by billing personnel and/or the practice administrator or practice physicians.
• Completes patient sick certificates and other associated patient care forms.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong clinical knowledge of musculoskeletal anatomy and orthopedic conditions.
• Excellent diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with patients and team members.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Education

• Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Active state licensure as a Physician Assistant.
• DEA registration (or eligibility).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.

Knowledge

• Prior orthopedic experience preferred, but not required.

Expected Hours of Work

• Full-time, typically Monday–Friday with occasional call or weekend responsibilities depending on clinic needs.

Work Environment

• Combination of clinic and surgical settings.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Push/pull/pick up 50-100 pounds with assistance.
• Visual acuity, hand-finger dexterity, ability to communicate effectively.
• Prolonged standing during procedures and surgeries.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• 401(k), 401(k) match.
• Continuing education allowance.

Compensation

• Based On Education, Skills And Experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

• Steindler Orthopedic Clinic is an equal opportunity employer.