Physician Assistant

Division/Department:

OrthoNY/Clinical

Location:

Glens Falls

Job Title:

Physician Assistant

Reports to:

Chief Operating Officer

Grade:

Type of position:

Full Time

FLSA Status

Exempt

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

OrthoNY has Full-Time Physician Assistant openings in all regions. This position is responsible for examining patients, diagnosing injuries and providing treatment under the supervision and direction of an Orthopedic Surgeon.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Triage new, follow up and emergency patients, formulate treatment plans based on diagnosis and confer with supervising physician as needed, do pre-procedure H&Ps and complete dictation for file;
• Order and review diagnostic tests (i.e.; labs, X-rays);
• Order, prescribe, dispense and administer medication, orthotics and other as applicable;
• Perform procedures such as injections, aspirations, case/splint applications and removals;
• Take after hours call for patient questions and add on OR cases, rounding as required by region;
• Provide surgical assistance to surgeon;
• Answer patient questions regarding post-op care, medications and support staff questions to work as a team;
• Medical Records completion at area hospitals;
• Completion of all dictation within 24 hours of seeing a patient in the office setting.
• Carry out other duties and responsibilities as needed/assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree with state licensure required;
• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. 1 to 3 years of experience preferred;
• Orthopedic experience preferred;
• Proficiency with computers and computer systems, specifically electronic medical records systems, is required;
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

OTHER INFORMATION

· This is an “in office” position in a safe work environment (COVID safety protocols in effect);

• This is an exempt position and will require more than 40 hours/week;
• This position requires travel between offices and hospitals;
• Positions are available in Albany, Schenectady and Saratoga.