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Physician Assistant - Orthopedics
Farmington, Connecticut, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician Assistant
Specialty
Surgery-General
Degree Required
MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type
Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment
Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC)
Academic/Training Program
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Houston, Texas, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
1/25/18
The PA position is under the direct supervision of an Orthopedic Surgeon in a busy, fast paced and patient-oriented Orthopedic and sports medicine practice. In this position, you will work both side by side and independently of the surgeon to provide healthcare services to the patients in the clinic and/or OR setting. Duties include: Evaluation of new and follow-up patients, including history and physical exams, diagnosis and recommendations for treatment.
Interpretation of x-rays and MRI films. Post-operative care including wound care, dressing changes, brace prescription and evaluation, reviewing operative photographs and procedures. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient served. Experience in ortho surgery and or general surgery is preferred.
Interpretation of x-rays and MRI films. Post-operative care including wound care, dressing changes, brace prescription and evaluation, reviewing operative photographs and procedures. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient served. Experience in ortho surgery and or general surgery is preferred.