Massachusetts General Physicians’ Organization
PA Ortho Surgery
Massachusetts General Physicians’ Organization, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Job Description - PA Ortho Surgery (3304232)Position Overview
Under the supervision and direction of the Physician Chief of the Foot & Ankle Service in Orthopedic Surgery, the Physician Assistant (PA) is responsible for the care of the orthopaedic foot & ankle patient population in the outpatient setting.The PA will practice in accordance with the rules, regulations, and standards issued by the state and federal governing boards, including the American Academy of Physician Assistants (PAs) and the National Commission on Certification of PAs.Primary Responsibilities
Provides direct care, counseling, and instructing for the orthopedic foot & ankle patient population.Functions independently in own clinic (15-20 pts/day) and coordinates all aspects of patient care.Assists supervising physician with overall management of patients, including organization/workflow of clinics and all non-revenue generating tasks associated with patient care.Assists APP colleagues with clinic coverage during vacations, sick or FMLA absences.Performs complete histories and physical examinations on new, established, preop, and postop patients.Handles urgent add-on or walk-in patient visits.Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests.Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings.Consults with supervising physician/other orthopaedic foot & ankle surgeons regarding abnormal findings outside PA scope of practice.Prescribes medications and narcotics as necessary according to organizational and state/federal regulatory policies and procedures.Initiates consultations and referrals for patients.Acquires preoperative surgical consents; confirms laterality and abides by all hospital consent guidelines.Performs surgical optimization/education for patient and family, reinforcing the surgical plan presented by the attending physician.Orders vital preop diagnostic tests (MRSA/MSSA for implants), labs, imaging, consultations, and procedures as indicated or requested by the attending physician.Performs first assist responsibilities when needed.Provides symptom management for foot & ankle patients; surgical and nonoperative.Leads high volume of patient calls, messages, and completes all outpatient clinical forms.Acquires prior authorizations for surgery, scans, medications, or DME.Consistently provides high quality and timely documentation of clinic visits.Contributes to patient presentation in clinic, weekly indications conference, and multi-disciplinary meeting/conferences.Identifies patients appropriate for division research studies and acquires consents after completion of Insight training.Practices cost effective medicine in an efficient manner.Maintains communication with all inpatient staff and involved in the transition of patient care.Demonstrates excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Demonstrates expert clinical judgment skills to function in an independent role.Performs other responsibilities required by the Foot & Ankle service.Participates in departmental and organizational committees and programs.Remains actively involved in continuing education.Adheres to all established safety policies and infection control precautions.Benefits
We offer an outstanding benefits package to eligible employees including:Medical, Dental and Vision insuranceTuition ReimbursementGenerous paid time offResources for childcare and emergency backup careHospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity planEmployee “Perks” - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for various events.Minimum Requirements
The appropriate candidate will have:Successfully completed a graduate level physician assistant program (Master’s degree), accredited by the Accreditation and Review Committee for Physician Assistants (ARC-PA).Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) acquired prior to first day of employment.Valid license or be eligible for licensure as a physician assistant in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.Eligible for, and maintain, a current DEA registration and Massachusetts Controlled Substance Registration.Complete 100 hours of CME according to national and state regulations during each two-year period of employment.Qualified in all basic and advanced cardiac life support standards as established by the American Heart Association.A 50-patient case load to submit to MGH credentialing for the first assist privilege.About Mass General Hospital
Mass General Hospital is a world-renowned hospital that provides the highest quality care to patients. We are a leader in medical research and education, and we are committed to delivering our employees with a rewarding and fulfilling career.Massachusetts General Hospital is an Affirmative Action Employer. We ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process.
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Under the supervision and direction of the Physician Chief of the Foot & Ankle Service in Orthopedic Surgery, the Physician Assistant (PA) is responsible for the care of the orthopaedic foot & ankle patient population in the outpatient setting.The PA will practice in accordance with the rules, regulations, and standards issued by the state and federal governing boards, including the American Academy of Physician Assistants (PAs) and the National Commission on Certification of PAs.Primary Responsibilities
Provides direct care, counseling, and instructing for the orthopedic foot & ankle patient population.Functions independently in own clinic (15-20 pts/day) and coordinates all aspects of patient care.Assists supervising physician with overall management of patients, including organization/workflow of clinics and all non-revenue generating tasks associated with patient care.Assists APP colleagues with clinic coverage during vacations, sick or FMLA absences.Performs complete histories and physical examinations on new, established, preop, and postop patients.Handles urgent add-on or walk-in patient visits.Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests.Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings.Consults with supervising physician/other orthopaedic foot & ankle surgeons regarding abnormal findings outside PA scope of practice.Prescribes medications and narcotics as necessary according to organizational and state/federal regulatory policies and procedures.Initiates consultations and referrals for patients.Acquires preoperative surgical consents; confirms laterality and abides by all hospital consent guidelines.Performs surgical optimization/education for patient and family, reinforcing the surgical plan presented by the attending physician.Orders vital preop diagnostic tests (MRSA/MSSA for implants), labs, imaging, consultations, and procedures as indicated or requested by the attending physician.Performs first assist responsibilities when needed.Provides symptom management for foot & ankle patients; surgical and nonoperative.Leads high volume of patient calls, messages, and completes all outpatient clinical forms.Acquires prior authorizations for surgery, scans, medications, or DME.Consistently provides high quality and timely documentation of clinic visits.Contributes to patient presentation in clinic, weekly indications conference, and multi-disciplinary meeting/conferences.Identifies patients appropriate for division research studies and acquires consents after completion of Insight training.Practices cost effective medicine in an efficient manner.Maintains communication with all inpatient staff and involved in the transition of patient care.Demonstrates excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Demonstrates expert clinical judgment skills to function in an independent role.Performs other responsibilities required by the Foot & Ankle service.Participates in departmental and organizational committees and programs.Remains actively involved in continuing education.Adheres to all established safety policies and infection control precautions.Benefits
We offer an outstanding benefits package to eligible employees including:Medical, Dental and Vision insuranceTuition ReimbursementGenerous paid time offResources for childcare and emergency backup careHospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity planEmployee “Perks” - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for various events.Minimum Requirements
The appropriate candidate will have:Successfully completed a graduate level physician assistant program (Master’s degree), accredited by the Accreditation and Review Committee for Physician Assistants (ARC-PA).Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) acquired prior to first day of employment.Valid license or be eligible for licensure as a physician assistant in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.Eligible for, and maintain, a current DEA registration and Massachusetts Controlled Substance Registration.Complete 100 hours of CME according to national and state regulations during each two-year period of employment.Qualified in all basic and advanced cardiac life support standards as established by the American Heart Association.A 50-patient case load to submit to MGH credentialing for the first assist privilege.About Mass General Hospital
Mass General Hospital is a world-renowned hospital that provides the highest quality care to patients. We are a leader in medical research and education, and we are committed to delivering our employees with a rewarding and fulfilling career.Massachusetts General Hospital is an Affirmative Action Employer. We ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process.
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