South Shore Health · 6 hours ago
PA-Orthopedic Trauma-
Weymouth, MA
Part-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$90/hr - $90/hrSouth Shore Health is a healthcare provider looking for a skilled Orthopedic Physician Assistant to join their team. The role involves evaluating, treating, and managing patients with various orthopedic conditions, collaborating with a multidisciplinary care team, and providing direct patient care in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Health CareHome Health CareHospitalNon Profit
Responsibilities
Obtains a detailed and accurate medical history and performs a comprehensive physical exam for patients admitted for elective, non-elective and trauma orthopedic procedures
Implementation of all Orthopedic Surgery care plans including writing orders, transfer orders, wound care, dressing changes, application of casts/splints, and fracture reductions
Collaborates with hospitalist team on co-managed patients
Discharge orders and planning, writes discharge orders, dictate formal discharge summary, prescription writing, VNA care plan, etc
Obtain, review and interpret radiology and laboratory studies and implement appropriate care plan based on the results in accordance with attending physician instructions
Orders necessary diagnostic tests, consultations and procedures as indicated or requested by the attending physician
Performs or assists in routine and complex procedures, as necessary
Serves as first or second assist in the Operating Room, as necessary
Identifies and manages chronic medical conditions and provides continuous care to hospitalized inpatients. Proactively manage patient to prevent complications
Has familiarity with current guidelines regarding the assessment of the risk of a perioperative cardiovascular event for pre-operative patients (such as RCRI, and ACS-NSQIP) and pre-operative medical optimization
Writes orders and prescribes medications in accordance with current practice guidelines
Writes complete and comprehensive notes on all patients using appropriate electronic systems consistent with Hospital policy
Facilitates timely care, including scheduling of procedures, for patients in the Geriatric Fracture Program
Actively participates in the South Shore Health System readmission reduction efforts
Collaborates with the patient care team (physicians, nurses, PT/OT, case management) to develop and facilitate care plan
Provides urgent evaluation to patients with changes in clinical status
Safe and effective operation of fluoroscopy equipment; certification within 1 year of hire date
Actively participates in meetings, including:
Monthly Orthopedic Staff Meeting
Joint/Geriatric Fracture Program Team Meetings
Participate in continuing education activities to maintain or enhance knowledge and skills
Ensures that patient billing is submitted accurately and consistent with Hospital policy
Other duties and projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
Completion of Advanced Physician Assistant training program from an accredited institution approved by the AMA
Recertification, as required, to maintain licensure
PA - Physician Assistant
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Possess the ability to care for patients with musculoskeletal conditions who may also have any range of medical problems
Possess the maturity, self-confidence, and ability to follow complex patient management plans as directed by the attending physician
Eligible for state and federally controlled substances registration
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her assigned unit
Time Management: Exceptional organizational skills and ability to organize time and priorities effectively, asking for direction when appropriate
Quality Improvement: Skills to work efficiently and effectively and strive to do so in all aspects of the position
Knowledge and competence of basic radiation safety during fluoroscopic procedures; required to attend at least one radiation safety training session per year
Must have broad knowledge of medical environment, surgical practices and performance goals of the orthopedic Services
Must exercise the highest degree of professional judgement under the direction and guidance of a licensed physician
Must be able to accept instruction and guidance and assume graded responsibility in complex teamwork
Must be able to administer such care and treatment and exercise such independent originality in solving problems not covered by existing guidelines, within legal limits, to meet the needs of the patients
Must maintain a professional attitude toward patients at all times and an excellent and collegial working relationship with other personnel involved in patient care
Preferred
Acute Medicine and/or Orthopedic experience preferred
Company
South Shore Health
South Shore Health System is a not-for-profit charitable health system offering primary & specialty care, hospital care & community care.
Founded in 1922
5001-10000 employees
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