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Resurgens Orthopaedics

Physician Assistant/ Nurse Practitioner

Resurgens Orthopaedics, Marietta, Georgia, United States, 30060


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Description

Clinic Assistance

* Perform complete physical exams, pre-operative and post-operative evaluations, and record findings.* Order and interpret diagnostic studies (i.e. x-rays, MRIs, CTs and serum/join fluid labs, Dexa Scans, Vascular Doppler)* Establish a diagnosis, determine a treatment plan, implement the necessary ancillaries, order additional and selective studies or laboratory evaluations.* Consult with specialists and interventional physicians, as predicated by the case's diagnosis and severity.* Assist in reduction of fractures and dislocations.* Provide minor office surgical care (i.e. toenail removal, suturing)* Apply and remove casts, splints, and immobilizing devices, remove sutures or staples, change dressings, on patients and draw up injections.* Administer injections, immunizations, oral medications, aspirations of joints, suture wounds, wound debridement, and other clinic procedures.* Prepare written prescription orders for drugs and controlled substances and authorize prescription refills.* Assist physicians in the application of specialized orthopedic devices. Fit and measure for braces and orthopedic devices.* Instruct patient and personal representatives regarding medications and treatment instructions and provides patient education in the use of crutches, canes, and other orthopedic devices.* Assist physicians by recording patient progress notes and transcribe orders.* Triage patient telephone calls, answer questions and provide consultation and education to the patient and personal representatives.* Provide monitoring and continuity of care.* Perform independent evaluations and treatment procedures in emergency situations.

Hospital Assistance

* Obtain complete pre-operative medical history and physical data regarding surgery patients.* Acquire proper surgical equipment and hardware needed to perform scheduled surgical procedures.* Assist in surgery, which may include first assist, deep and superficial tissue closures, application of appliances and any other action delegated by the surgeon.* Conduct hospital rounds, evaluate and clarify clinical conditions, formulate and implement a treatment or therapeutic plan for hospitalized patients.* Dictate discharge summaries, histories and physicals.* Maintain a log of all surgical procedures, for documentation and billing purposes.* Take first call for the physician, which may include: deciding to admit, arrange surgical intervention, schedule emergency surgery, radiologic procedures, write orders, permits, and appraisement of the case to the physician.* Make emergency room evaluations and inpatient consultations.

Administrative Responsibilities

* Provide supporting documentation and coding information for all health care services provided.* Attend required meetings and participate in committees as requested.* Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.* Protect patient privacy in compliance with HIPAA Privacy Regulations.

Requirements

* Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program* Current and active licenses and certifications* Excellent customer service skills* Demonstrated conflict management skills* Excellent oral and written communication skills* Strong organizational skills with great attention to detail* Operating room experience preferred