Physician Assistant - Ortho

Job Responsibilities:

• Supports the mission, philosophy, standards, goals and objectives of the institution, department and clinical service.
• Plans and organizes care to meet individual patient needs and to ensure appropriate clinical resource utilization per protocols, pathways, and other means.
• Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team including the attending physician to develop and implement the therapeutic plan of care for a group of patients and ensure communication with family members.
• Participates in the development and revision of interdisciplinary and hospital standards, patient and family education materials as relevant to area of practice and expertise.
• Works collaboratively with the attending physician to maintain timely and appropriate communication with family members, house staff, other disciplines and ancillary services.
• Provides consultation about the therapeutic regimen to the nursing staff responsible for the patients care in the hospital setting.
• Facilitates the continuity of care across the continuum of services, e.g. home care, other facilities, appointments with MDs etc.
• Facilitates patients throughput and efficient process during patients admission and discharge.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the organization's Core Values and incorporates them into the performance of responsibilities.
• Participates in designated activities related to professional physician assistant practice standards.
• Functions as a respectful member of the health care team.
• Promotes own professional growth and development in clinical role.
• Maintains current expertise in area of practice.
• Maintains annual CME requirement for re-appointment and privileging.
• Maintains PA board certification.
• Serves as a clinical expert and resource for the education of peers and other health professionals.
• Participates in the development and monitoring of patient outcomes per established practice protocols for purposes of quality and performance improvement.
• Uses evidence-based health care literature to advise and support appropriate practice changes within the designated service.
• Works collaboratively with nursing and other disciplines in the development and implementation of clinical studies within the area of expertise.
• Assists in the preparation, implementation, and evaluation of research protocols when applicable.
• Monitors and trends the cost effectiveness of the position, particularly as it relates to the efficiency and performance indicators established for the service.
• Coordinates implementation of clinical research studies or clinical trials, including patient screening, enrollment and data collection.
• At least 2 years of clinical rotation in various medical, surgical and other specialty areas.
• Previous experience as a physician assistant or physician assistant fellowship experience is preferred.
• Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills, effective communication skills, creative problem solving and excellent critical thinking skills.
• Previously demonstrated ability to facilitate group processes and work cohesively and collaboratively as member of the interdisciplinary team.
• Physical stamina, manual dexterity, visual and aural acuity to perform responsibilities.Membership in professional specialty organizations desirable.
• Prescribes in-patient and discharge medications according to New York State law, including controlled substances with DEA authorization.
• Prescribes medical equipment, devices, physical and occupational therapy, and home health services per practice protocol.
• Practices as a member of the allied health staff according to the rules and regulations of the Medical Staff and bylaws as outlined in the delineation of privileges.
• Performs delegated clinical duties effectively and efficiently.
• Evaluates treatment and health care plans for effectiveness and modifies per clinical standards and practice protocols.
• Educates patient and family to facilitate and promote healthy adjustment to new or changed health patterns.