Physician Assistant - Orthopedics- Full Time- LTOI- Gardnerville

Physician Assistant - OrthopedicsThe Physician Assistant (PA) – Orthopedic provides direct patient care and is an integral part of the Orthopedic care team. The PA works with the supervising physician as well as collaboratively with other providers to provide patient assessment and diagnosis, formulate treatment plans, prescribe medications, order tests, interpret test results, provide patient education, prepare medical records and refer patients in accordance with statutes, regulations and protocols regulating the profession. The PA utilizes appropriate authorization protocols when performing medical functions. This position will serve as a first assist for surgical cases and may be required to perform inpatient rounding and discharge patients. The PA demonstrates the knowledge and skill necessary to identify and meet the individualized needs of the population served.Qualifications:Education:Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant training programExperience:Minimum two years of recent PA orthopedic clinic experience preferred.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:Computer literacy in common office applicationsKnowledge of electronic medical record (EMR) database or equivalent required; Epic experience preferredExcellent communication and customer service skills, flexible, and strong sense of teamwork.Ability to effectively communicate in English, in compliance with patient safety standards. Bilingual abilities preferred.Certifications/Licensure:Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)Currently licensed as a Physician Assistant in Nevada and California, or ability to obtain prior to start date as required.Current CPR/BLS certification by the American Heart Association (BLS for the Healthcare Provider)Must have any additional licenses and certifications as required per Med Staff bylaws and applicable state laws (CA and/or NV).