Sr. Physician Assistant, Spine Service

About the role

The Orthopaedic Surgery Physician Assistant position will provide independent medical management to Orthopaedic Surgery patients at UCI Medical Center. The Physician Assistant provides routine care and management of patients with acute and chronic complaints under the specialty of Orthopaedic Spine and General Orthopaedics. The Physician Assistant will report to Chief Administrative Officer of Orthopaedic Surgery and be managed by the supervising physician he/she is assigned to. The Physician Assistant will have the opportunity to serve as first assistant in surgery under the supervision of the attending physician and will perform complex orthopaedic and other medical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assists surgeons in patient care before, during and after surgery.
• Provides secondary, and in some cases tertiary care within the scope of practice, licensure and organizational policies.
• Takes histories, conducts physical examinations, orders, performs, triages, and interprets appropriate diagnostic and laboratory tests and therapies, and furnishes drugs and devices in a cost-efficient manner for specific conditions.
• Participates as needed with inpatient rounds, writing progress notes, conducting patient education, writing prescriptions, and preparing discharge summaries.
• Identifies and treats patient’s diseases and manages treatment of hospitalized patients.

Requirements

• Licensure through the California Physician Assistant Board as a physician assistant.
• Current DEA Registration with schedules 2, 2N, 3, 3N, 4 and 5 and State issued prescribing authority.
• Evidence of completion of Controlled Substances Education Course that meets requirements pursuant to California Code of Regulations Sections 1399.610 and 1399.612.
• First-Assist Experience: Significant experience and proficiency as a first assistant in a variety of orthopedic spine surgical procedures (e.g., laminectomies, fusions, discectomies) covering cervical, thoracic, and lumbar regions.
• Knowledge of Surgical Instruments and Procedures: Familiarity with orthopedic surgical instrumentation and a thorough understanding of spine surgery techniques.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with patients and their families, supervising physicians, collaborating specialists, residents, medical students, and other healthcare team members.
• Teamwork and Collaboration: Proven ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team, which is crucial in an academic medical center that often involves various services and learners.
• Teaching and Mentorship: A willingness and ability to participate in the education and mentorship of PA students, medical students, and residents. Experience as a preceptor is advantageous.
• Experience with clinical trials coordination.
• Familiarity with UC policies and procedures.
• EPIC-EMR system experience and skill.
• Ability to perform various medical procedures, especially those related to Orthopaedic Surgery.
• Experience working in emergency, outpatient and operating room settings.
• 3-5 years experience coordinating orthopaedic services, specifically orthopedic spine (interventional and medical treatments) with healthcare providers and interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary care teams.

Qualifications

• Current BLS certification from AHA approved course.
• National board certification by the NCCPA at the time of initial appointment.

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Familiarity with orthopedic surgical instrumentation and spine surgery techniques.
• Experience with clinical trials coordination.
• Familiarity with UC policies and procedures.
• Ability to perform various medical procedures, especially those related to Orthopaedic Surgery.

Benefits

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

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