Job Information
OrthoNY Physician Assistant in Saratoga Springs, New York
Location:
Saratoga, Malta, Glens Falls
Job Title:
Physician Assistant
Supervising MD:
Dr. Canfield - Total Joint
Type of position:
Full Time
FLSA Status:
Exempt
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.
RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily:
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.
Other responsibilities as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability to perform the essential functions:
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 more than 40 hours a week including routine meetings after regular business hours.
This position requires periodic travel to and between practice locations and related companies, as needed and required.
