Physician Assistant Surgical, General Ortho & Sports Med (Full Time, Day)

Job Description

Job Description

At Northbay Health, the Physician Assistant (PA) functions as a member of the multidisciplinary patient care provider team.  This position will support General Ortho and Sports Medicine. The Physician Assistant is a health professional with advanced education and/or training in the care of the pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations, to include ambulatory and surgical care.  

The PA provides care to patients within the ambulatory medical office, as well as to perform as surgical assistant to qualified surgeons within the hospital operating room and ambulatory surgery center settings.  Under the medical supervision of a qualified and accredited physician, the Physician Assistant works in ongoing collaboration within the inpatient and ambulatory practice settings and as articulated within his or her scope of practice as defined by the State of California. 

PRIMARY JOB DUTIES

• Performs physical examinations and updates patient history.

• Formulates a diagnosis and treatment plan as appropriate for patient needs.

• Orders ancillary services as appropriate to meet patient needs. 

• Reviews all patient lab results and follows-up on abnormal test results.  Reviews lab results with patient. 

• Requests specialty consultation as approved by the supervising physician.

• Provides patient education as appropriate.

• Provides treatments and procedures as appropriate.

• Applies casting and bracing as appropriate.

• Directs the overall clinical management of the patient and works closely with members of the care team to ensure that patient is receiving appropriate services.

• Counsels patients who require close monitoring for compliance with established treatment plan.

• Coordinates patient care and diagnostic studies with other disciplines including interventions to ensure patient compliance.

• Documents patient care as outlined in the Physician Assistant Protocol.

• Identifies high risk problems and transfers care to appropriate physician.

• Collaborates and communicates with appropriate physicians on patient care issues.

• Collaborates with other members of the health care team to identify patient problems and develop plan of care to address needs of patient. 

• Seeks consultation from physician on any cases that he/she may feel exceeds his/her ability to manage, when the PA is in doubt of the diagnosis, when a patient fails to respond to treatment or when the patient expresses a desire to see the physician.

• Participates in team conferences to review status of each patient as needed.

• Participates in the development of standards of care and standards of practice as identified by orthopedic department.

• Participates in data collection and outcome measurement to ensure quality care is being provided.

• Acts as a resource for staff. 

• Performs inpatient patient rounds in support of the surgical service to which Physician Assistant is assigned.

• Works collaboratively with team members to ensure appropriate and efficient flow of patients through clinic appointments. 

• Completes and submits coded fee tickets or electronic billing for each patient encounter.

• Displays excellent customer service and clinical quality skills.

• Participates in call schedule rotation, as requested. 

• Ensures compliance with all safety and quality protocol within the surgical suite.

• Instruct patient in pre-and post-operative procedure care.

• Other duties as assigned. 

• Participates in Practice Operations Council for assigned clinic location

NorthBay Healthcare:
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Rewarding Careers Built On Caring And Teamwork
NorthBay Healthcare enjoys one of the highest employee retention rates in our industry. Professionals who join our staff often remain part of the NorthBay family for many years. Whats our secret? A unique combination of competitive wages and benefits and our close-knit professional environment, all located in a livable and supportive community.

About NorthBay Healthcare
NorthBay Healthcare is a not-for-profit organization based in upper Solano County. Since we began in 1960, NorthBay Healthcare has grown in both size and sophistication. We offer you a skilled and supportive environment enhanced by modern technology.

Company Description

NorthBay Healthcare: \r\nA Place To Care In A Community To Call Home\r\n\r\nRewarding Careers Built On Caring And Teamwork\r\nNorthBay Healthcare enjoys one of the highest employee retention rates in our industry. Professionals who join our staff often remain part of the NorthBay family for many years. Whats our secret? A unique combination of competitive wages and benefits and our close-knit professional environment, all located in a livable and supportive community. \r\n\r\nAbout NorthBay Healthcare\r\nNorthBay Healthcare is a not-for-profit organization based in upper Solano County. Since we began in 1960, NorthBay Healthcare has grown in both size and sophistication. We offer you a skilled and supportive environment enhanced by modern technology.