Physician Assistant-Orthopedic Trauma

Overview

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:

1. Using medical decision-making skills to determine appropriate patient care plan.
2. Collaborates with medical team when needed for effective team-based care.
3. 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.
4. Procedural skills per department or practice guidelines.
5. Opportunity to participate in basic science and clinical research projects.
6. Uphold AHN missions, values, and cultural commitment. 
7. 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