OrthoCarolina

Physician Assistant-Physiatry

OrthoCarolina • $90K — $110K *
Charlotte, NC 28269In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Graduate of AMA accredited physician assistant program
  • Current North Carolina PA license
  • Certification by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
  • At least 3 years experience as a physician assistant
  • Preferred prior experience in orthopedics

Responsibilities

  • Examine patients and perform comprehensive physical examinations
  • Order diagnostic tests and interpret results in collaboration with orthopedic staff
  • Perform therapeutic procedures including injections and wound care
  • Develop and implement patient management plans and document progress notes
  • Dictate detailed patient records and use computer systems for data management

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Collaboration with skilled orthopedic surgeons
  • Exposure to a variety of orthopedic cases
  • Supportive work environment
  • Regular schedule with potential for career advancement
Full Job Description
We are currently searching for a Physician Assistant to work with one of our Providers at our OrthoCarolina Ballantyne office in Charlotte.

The Physician Assistant is responsible for providing medical care as delegated by OrthoCarolina physician(s). Responsibilities include assisting the physician in the office setting and independent clinics seeing patients with a variety of orthopedic injuries and illnesses.

Essential Functions:

  • Examines patient, performs comprehensive physical examination, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination.


  • Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests, and interprets test results in collaboration with orthopedic surgeons/staff.


  • Performs therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care, and managing infection. Assesses, applies and/or removes a variety of orthopedic casts, splints, and immobilization devices.


  • Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, applies appropriate codes and charges for service, and assists in provision of continuity of care.


  • Dictates patient records including discharge summaries, history and physical evaluations, operative procedure notes, consultations and office visit notes. Documents patient information and care provided in patient record. Uses computer to access/enter needed data.


Skills and Abilities:

  • Accurately evaluate patient problems in person or via phone and providing appropriate advice, intervention or referral.


  • Skill in evaluating and revising care plans based on patient changes.


Qualifications:

  • Graduate of AMA accredited physician assistant program.


Current in the following:

  • North Carolina PA license


  • Certification by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants


  • At least 3 years experience as a physician assistant is required.
  • Prior experience in the field of orthopedics is preferred but not required.


Employee Type
Regular

Qualifications
Skills
Education
B.S.: Physician AssistantCertifications
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Work Experience

About OrthoCarolina

OrthoCarolina is one of the nation’s leading independent academic orthopedics practices serving North Carolina and the Southeast since 1922. OrthoCarolina provides compassionate and comprehensive musculoskeletal care including operative and non-operative care, diagnostic imaging and rehabilitative therapy. Widely known for musculoskeletal research and training, OrthoCarolina physicians have specialized expertise in foot and ankle, hip and knee, shoulder and elbow, spine, sports medicine, hand, pediatric orthopedics, and physical medicine and rehabilitation. OrthoCarolina. You. Improved.
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Size
2,500 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Net Income
$20 million
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$400 million
* Ladders Estimates

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