Physician Assistant-Orthopedic Trauma

Department:
02408 AHNMG Orthopaedic Trauma: 840 Pine St - Surgery: Orthopedics
Status:
Full time
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hou rs Per Week:
40
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Variable
Compensation for this position may be higher than what is reflected in the rate range.
Pay Range
$43.30 - $64.95
Orthopedic Trauma Physician Assistant to join Atrium Health Navicent Musculoskeletal Care Orthopedic Trauma
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Physician Assistant to join our Orthopedic Trauma Team at Atrium Health Navicent. The PA will work closely with orthopedic trauma surgeons to provide high-quality care to patients undergoing orthopedic procedures. Responsibilities include patient assessments, orthopedic consults, managing postoperative care including pain management, and developing treatment plans.
Job Summary : Participates in team focused patient care by means of patient examinations augmented by diagnostic and therapeutic evaluations/ interventions in the medical and/or surgical theatres of health care.
What You'll Do:
As a valued member of our healthcare team, the PA will play a key role in team-focused patient care, conducting thorough examinations and evaluations in medical/surgical settings. Responsibilities include:
Using medical decision-making skills to determine appropriate patient care plan.
Collaborates with medical team when needed for effective team-based care.
Order and interpret laboratory studies and diagnostic procedures. Explains the necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to the patient.
Procedural skills per department or practice guidelines.
Opportunity to participate in basic science and clinical research projects.
Uphold AHN missions, values, and cultural commitment.
Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
The PA functions under the regulatory mandate from their respective licensing organization (Georgia Medical Board) with departmental specific credentialing from the institution.
Physician Assistant (PA) Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program; Master's Degree preferred
• Current Georgia Medical Board Medical License,
• Current American Heart Association or Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) is required to start.
• Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and Department of Public Safety (DPS) registration, for prescription writing is required to start.

What We Have to Offer:

• Competitive Compensation
• CME Reimbursement
• Work/Life Balance
• Generous PTO

Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation's largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.