The Orthopedic Partners Clinic is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant with orthopedic experience to join our new Urgent Care Facility in Cottonwood Heights. The role involves diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal conditions in an urgent care setting, working closely with an orthopedic surgeon. The position offers a Monday through Friday schedule with some on-call responsibilities, focusing on providing high-quality, patient-centered care.
Responsibilities
- Assess, diagnose, and treat patients with immediate medical needs in an urgent care setting.
- Conduct initial patient evaluations, including medical histories, physical examinations, and diagnostic tests.
- Assist in surgical procedures, providing preoperative and postoperative care.
- Develop and recommend treatment plans in collaboration with the orthopedic surgeon.
- Perform joint injections, aspirations, casting, and other minor procedures.
- Educate patients and their families about diagnoses, treatments, and postoperative care.
- Participate in the clinic on-call schedule to address urgent patient needs after hours.
- Maintain accurate electronic medical records (EMR) documenting patient encounters, procedures, and treatment plans.
Compensation
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- W-2 employment status.
Benefits
- No health insurance coverage offered.
- No employer retirement contributions.
Shift & Schedule
- Monday through Friday schedule.
- Some on-call responsibilities for urgent patient needs.
Requirements
- Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
- Orthopedic experience is required.
- Strong clinical and surgical skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Experience in an urgent or emergency care setting is beneficial.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in EHR software and basic computer skills.
- Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care.
