PA Ortho

Job TitleUnder the supervision of a physician, provides direct diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive healthcare services to patients in an assigned area/service. Obtains patient history and performs assessment via observation, interview, and examination. Orders, performs and interprets diagnostic procedures. Provides direct treatment and management of health conditions via prescriptive authority or referral to other healthcare providers or community resources. Provides counseling and education of patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options and community resources. Performs preventative health assessments, screening, immunizations and care. Reports to: Practice Operations Manager Minimum Education: X Graduate of a Program in Discipline Required X Master's degree Required Required Skills: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Skills: Certifications: X Basic Life Support (BLS may obtained within 30 days of hire date) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) Required Skills: Licenses: Current and active Physician Assistant in the state of Tennessee required. Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran