Avera Health

Physician Assistant - Ortho

Avera Health • $90K — $110K *
Cresco, IA 52136In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
More than 3 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program required.
  • Certification through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
  • Current licensure in the State of Iowa as a Physician Assistant.
  • Minimum of three years of outpatient experience required.
  • Surgical experience required.
  • Ability to attain privileges for delegated medical functions.
  • BLS certification must be obtained within three months of hire.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with primary care physicians to deliver quality patient care.
  • Assist orthopedic and general surgeons in outpatient procedures.
  • Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and follow-ups.
  • Develop and implement patient care plans based on individual needs.
  • Educate patients on health maintenance and disease prevention.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits.
  • Opportunities for professional development.
  • Supportive work environment with a collaborative team.
Full Job Description
Location:
Cresco, IA

Worker Type:
Regular

Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)

Position Highlights

POSITION SUMMARY: Works collaboratively with primary care physicians within the clinic, orthopedic surgeon and general surgeon to provide quality patient care in the outpatient setting.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program required.

Successful completion of certification through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.

Current licensure in the State of Iowa as a Physician Assistant.

Three years' experience in an outpatient setting required.

Surgical experience required.

Attain privileges for delegated medical functions.

BLS within three months of hire.

About Avera Health

Avera Health is a regional health system based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. It provides healthcare services to communities in South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, and Nebraska. Avera Health operates 33 hospitals, 208 primary care clinics, and 40 senior care facilities. The health system employs over 19,000 people and serves over 1 million people. Avera Health is committed to providing high-quality, affordable healthcare to its patients.
Learn more about Avera Health
Size
19,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Founded
1993
* Ladders Estimates

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