PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT Job at Mid-State Orthopaedic and Sports Medicin, Alexandria, LA

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  • Mid-State Orthopaedic and Sports Medicin
  • Alexandria, LA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Details

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Essential Job Responsibilities

Orthopedic Assessment and Diagnosis:

Perform detailed orthopedic assessments, including musculoskeletal examinations, range of motion testing, and neurovascular assessments.

Order and interpret diagnostic imaging studies such as X-rays, MRIs, and CT scans to assist in diagnosis.

Formulate differential diagnoses and develop individualized treatment plans for orthopedic conditions and injuries.

Treatment and Management:

Provide nonsurgical orthopedic care for patients with acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions, including fractures, sprains, strains, osteoarthritis, and sports injuries.

Administer injections for pain management and joint inflammation.

Assist with pre-operative and post-operative care for orthopedic surgery patients, including surgical site management, wound care, and rehabilitation protocols.

Orthopedic Procedures:

Perform minor orthopedic procedures and interventions, such as joint aspirations and injections, wound debridement, and casting/splinting.

Assist orthopedic surgeons in the operating room with procedures such as fracture reductions, arthroscopic surgeries, and joint replacements.

Patient Education and Counseling:

Educate patients and their families about their orthopedic conditions, treatment options, and postoperative care instructions.

Provide guidance on injury prevention, rehabilitation exercises, and lifestyle modifications to optimize orthopedic health and recovery.

Collaboration and Communication:

Collaborate closely with orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, radiologists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and treatment plans.

Communicate effectively with patients, families, and caregivers to address questions, concerns, and treatment goals.

Documentation and Record-Keeping:

Maintain accurate and thorough medical records, including orthopedic assessments, progress notes, treatment plans, and surgical reports.

Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, professional standards, and institutional policies related to documentation and record-keeping.

Education and Experience:

Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) or Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) from an accredited program.

Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the state of practice.

Certification as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) with specialization in orthopedics (e.g., Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner Certification) or certification as a Physician Assistant (PA) with orthopedic experience.

Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in orthopedics, preferably in a surgical or hospital setting.

Proficiency in orthopedic assessment, diagnosis, and treatment modalities.

Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities and patient needs

Job Type: Full-time

Remote: None

Qualifications

Behaviors

Required

Leader : Inspires teammates to follow them

Team Player : Works well as a member of a group

Innovative : Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Motivations

Required

Self-Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help

Goal Completion : Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Job Tags

Full time, Remote work,

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