Physician Assistant-Upper Extremity Surgical - Twin Cities Orthopedics

About the role

The Physician Assistant provides healthcare services to patients in both the clinic and in surgery, under the direction and responsibility of physician(s). This is a full-time position working out of the Waconia and Chaska locations. Twin Cities Orthopedics is an operating division of Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health), a group of local medical practices, owned and led by its physicians, on a mission to give patients more control over their healthcare.

Essential Functions

• Assist physician in the clinic (e.g., room and prep patients; order x-rays; compile patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination)
• Assist surgeon in operating room (e.g., pre-surgery planning, position patient in O.R., check for proper instruments, assist in surgical procedure, close wound, remove patient)
• Perform therapeutic procedures such as splinting, casting, suturing and wound care
• Apply, remove, modify and adjust casts and soft goods; change dressings; remove sutures
• Implement patient management plans, record progress, and assist in provision of care
• Consultations with (phone or in-person) patients for cast application/adjustment, dressing changes or brace application; etc.
• Rounding and call, as required by supervising Physician
• Prescribe medications
• Occasionally participate in community functions relating to TCO outreach events throughout the year
• Any and all other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• NCCPA certification
• Minnesota Board of Medical Practice registration/license
• DEA registration

Benefits

• Medical (w/Maternity Bundle), Dental & Vision plans for employees working 30+ hours per week (60 hours per pay period)
• Tuition Reimbursement for employees working 30+ hours per week
• 401(k) w/ Profit Sharing for all employees, regardless of hours
• Employee Assistance Program for all employees, regardless of hours
• Lifetime Fitness Subsidy for all employees, regardless of hours
• Car Rental discounts, Home, Auto, & Pet insurance savings programs & more for all employees, regardless of hours

Pay

Actual starting pay will vary based on education, skills, and experience. The pay range displayed reflects full-time compensation and will be prorated for employees working less than a full-time schedule.

Working Conditions

• Frequently lift up to 50 pounds independently and occasionally up to 100 pounds with assistance
• Requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, and move continuously throughout the shift
• Must be able to frequently perform physical activities such as pushing, pulling, and reaching
• Visual acuity to read electronic and paper documents
• Auditory ability to participate in phone or video calls clearly
• Manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment (e.g., computer, phone, printer)

Essential Requirements

• Comply with company policies, procedures, practices, and business ethics guidelines
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations, (e.g. HIPAA, Stark, OSHA, employment laws, etc.)
• Demonstrate prompt and reliable attendance
• Work at an efficient and productive pace, handle interruptions appropriately, and meet deadlines
• Prioritize workload effectively
• Communicate respectfully and professionally in face-to-face, phone and email interactions
• Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions