Physician Associate

Job Description

Job Description

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id:  ORD-211841-PA-SC

• Title:  PA

• Dates Needed:  ASAP - Ongoing

• Shift Type:  Day Shift; 24-Hour Call

• Assignment Type:  Clinic

• Call Required:  Yes

• Board Certification Required:  Negotiable

• Job Duration:  Locums

About the Facility

This facility operates as a Level 1 trauma center providing comprehensive orthopedic trauma surgery services. The hospital maintains dedicated OR access, ICU capabilities, and emergency department support with established protocols for managing complex orthopedic trauma cases. The facility utilizes eClinical Works EMR system and provides 24-hour coverage capabilities to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

About the Facility Location

South Carolina offers diverse attractions including historic sites, coastal areas, and outdoor recreation opportunities. The state features year-round activities with mild winters and warm summers, providing access to beaches, state parks, and cultural venues. Visitors can enjoy various recreational activities including water sports, hiking, and regional festivals throughout the state.

About the Clinician‘s Workday

The physician associate will provide comprehensive orthopedic trauma surgery coverage with day shifts from 6am to 2pm on weekdays and 24-hour call shifts on weekends. Responsibilities include managing Level 1 trauma cases with OR coverage, ICU rounding, hospital rounding, overnight call coverage, and post-operative visits. The clinician will provide ED support, consultations, and post-operative care for orthopedic trauma patients with an average daily volume of 20 patients. The position requires ACLS or ATLS certification and experience with reductions and wash out procedures using eClinical Works EMR system.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD:  20

• Support Staff:  RN

• Patient Population:  All Ages

• Call Ratio/Schedule:  24 call shift on the weekend

• Location Type:  On-Site

• Prescriptive Authority Required:  Yes

• Government:  No

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