WhiteCoat Locums

Orthopedics Physician Assistant

WhiteCoat Locums, Coos Bay, OR, United States

Facility in Coos Bay, OR seeking Physician Assistant Orthopedic locums coverage Rates: $150/hr Job Details

Practice Setting: Inpatient/Outpatient, Emergency Department, Orthopedic Surgery.
Schedule:

Work Week: Sunday-Saturday.
Full-time role with participation in call coverage (weekday, weekend, and holiday shifts).
On-call duties: First response for orthopedic care in the Emergency Department and inpatient units.

Credentialing: Minimum 60 days; requires NPDB self-query and CAQH login/password.

Responsibilities

Patient Management:

Prepare and record patient history.
Develop and implement care plans.
Conduct hospital rounds and document findings.
Evaluate clinical conditions and implement therapeutic plans.
Participate in daily multidisciplinary rounds.
Utilize Epic EMR for documentation and order entry.

Diagnostic Procedures:

EMG, EKG, compartment pressure measurements, and imaging studies (X-ray, CT, MRI, etc.).

Therapeutic Procedures:

Joint and bursa aspirations.
Minor wound care and surgical procedures (e.g., tendon repair, debridement, hardware removal).
Splint, brace, and cast applications.
Incision and drainage, trigger point injections, and fracture/dislocation reductions.

Surgical Assistance:

First assist in orthopedic surgeries.
Tissue closure, appliance application, and other delegated tasks.

Call Coverage:

Provide primary orthopedic call.
Respond to emergency department consults and inpatient referrals.
Participate in 24-hour and holiday call rotations.

Skills and Qualifications

Education/Certification:

Board Certification: Required.
Oregon license preferred; must meet criteria for Medical Staff/Allied Health Professional membership.
NPDB self-query submission: Required.
Certifications: BLS/ACLS.

Experience:

Proficiency in performing diagnostic/therapeutic orthopedic procedures.
Prior experience with Epic EMR is a plus.

Additional Requirements:

Ability to work independently and effectively in stressful/emergent situations.
4 hours of unpaid Epic training required (testing out option available).

This facility serves as the South Coast s Medical Center, providing state-of-the-art diagnostic, therapeutic, and specialty care services. Accredited by the Joint Commission, the facility boasts cutting-edge technologies, such as robotic-assisted surgery and advanced radiation therapy. This opportunity offers a balance of clinical and surgical duties, making it ideal for an experienced PA/NP with a passion for orthopedic care in a dynamic hospital setting.

About WhiteCoat Locums:

- Physician owned agency

- Highest-Pay rates on the market

- $1m/3m malpractice insurance and tail

- 100% transparency