Orthopedics Physician Assistant

Orthopedic Physician Assistant job opening in Oneida, New York Located 30 miles from SyracusePosition Information:

• Full-time, permanent position
• The hired PA will be responsible for performing medical services, but only when under the supervision of a physician and only when such acts and duties is assigned to him or her are within the scope of practice of such supervising physician, notwithstanding any other provision of law. Supervision shall be continuous but shall not be construed as necessarily requiring the physical presence of the supervising physician at the time and place where such services are performed.
• Day shifts
Duties:
• Conducts physical exams, assesses health status, orders and interprets tests, prescribes medications, and treats illnesses including giving injections and suturing wounds.
• Consults with physicians as needed and refers to physicians for more complicated medical cases or cases that are not a routine part of a PAs scope of work.
• Responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of acute, chronic and long-term healthcare issues.
• Educates patients and/or families about preventative care, medical issues and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medications.
• Works in an inter-dependent relationship with other members of the multi-disciplinary team which allows for consultation, collaboration and or referral.
• Educates patients and/or families about preventative care, medical issues and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medications.
• Maintains accurate, legible and confidential medical records. Documents all medical evaluations, diagnosis, procedures, treatments, outcomes, education, referrals, and consultations consistent with JCAOH and state regulatory standards. Completes documentation in a timely fashion as per hospital bylaws.
• Participates in ongoing continuing medical educations. Analyzes new knowledge gained from conferences, workshops, peer reviewed journals. Assimilates this knowledge into clinical practice
• Participates in ongoing quality improvement and patient safety initiatives. Identifies gaps and works to develop and implement quality improvement in these areas.
• Committed to teaching and mentoring other members of the multi-disciplinary team as well as students who may be rotating through the practice.
• Participates in community outreach as opportunities are identified to the practice.
Salary range for Orthopedic PA in NY 143,720 and 159,313 Qualifications:
• Education: Bachelors degree and successful completion of accredited physician assistant program.
• Experience: Minimum three years of experience in medical office preferred
• Licensure: NYS Physician Assistant Licensure
About the Group
• Health Group's patients never have to sacrifice local accessibility for world-class care. Over twenty local care centers and our community of 150 employed and private-practice physician partners means an ever-expanding pool of professional expertise, progressive medical technology and treatment options.
• Health group provides ready access to a full complement of services including: 24/7 Emergency Department; Modern Inpatient Facilities; EHR; State of the Art Operating Suites; da Vinci Robotic Surgery; Modern Birthing Center; Outpatient Rehab Center; Hospital-Operated Primary and Specialty Care Practices and a 160-bed Skilled Nursing and Rehab Center. The Circle of Caremeans "Exceptional Care Always!"

Location Oneida, NY is a unique community with beautiful tree lined streets, sprawling parks and playgrounds, and convenient shopping. Available housing includes everything from wonderful old 19th century Victorians, to condominiums, to the house of your choice in a variety of new developments. Oneida and neighboring communities offer excellent school systems with records of academic excellence and student success. The city also boasts a progressive library, and many other easily accessible services. Oneida is equidistant between Syracuse to its west and Utica to its east, with beautiful Oneida Lake just 5 miles north. Finger Lakes wine country and the majestic Adirondack mountains are easy day trips, with Toronto, Montreal, Boston, Philadelphia and New York City all within a 5 hour drive. Syracuse University sports are a major source of regional pride and excitement and two world class shopping and entertainment destination - Turning Stone Casino and Destiny USA - are just minutes away.