Job Description
Job Description
Job Title : Physician Assistant (PA)
Location : Sturdy Memorial Hospital in Attleboro, MA
Physicians : Dr. Chao & Dr. McDonald
- This position is with University Orthopedics but will be located at the hospital.
GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES :
The Orthopedic Physician Assistant (PA) will act as the Orthopedic Service PA for Sturdy Hospital, delivering comprehensive care across our orthopedic spine division.
Essential Job Functions :
Conduct thorough patient evaluations, including history and physical examinations.Round on patients in the hospital.Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as X-rays and MRIs.Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.Educate patients and their families about treatment options and post-operative care.Act as a first assistant in the operating room for spine cases.See patients in clinic for pre-operative assessments.Participate in the on-call rotation with other PAs to provide weeknight and weekend hospital coverage.Other assigned duties as needed by management to meet patient care requirements.Requirements :
Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program.Current PA state license and certification.Previous experience in orthopedics, particularly with spine is preferred.Strong interpersonal and communication skills.Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.Must be able to travel to all sites if / when necessary.