Division/Department:

OrthoNY/Clinical

Location:

Albany

Job Title:

Physician Assistant - Spine Specialization

Reports to:

Senior Director of Operations

Type of position:

Full Time

FLSA Status

Exempt

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

OrthoNY has Full-Time Physician Assistant. This position is responsible for examining patients, diagnosing injuries and providing treatment under the supervision and direction of a physician.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Triage new, follow up and emergency patients, formulate treatment plans based on diagnosis and confer with supervising physician as needed, do pre-procedure H&Ps and complete dictation for file;

• Order and review diagnostic tests (i.e.; labs, X-rays);

• Order, prescribe, dispense and administer medication, orthotics and other as applicable;

• Procedures such as injections, if applicable;

• Answer patient questions regarding post-op care, medications and support staff questions to work as a team;

• Completion of all dictation within 48 hours of seeing a patient in the office setting.

• Carry out other duties and responsibilities as needed/assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree with state licensure required;

• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. 1 to 3 years of experience preferred;

• Orthopedic experience preferred;

• Proficiency with computers and computer systems, specifically electronic medical records systems, is required;

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

OTHER INFORMATION

• This is an “in office” position in a safe work environment

• This is an exempt position and may require more than 40 hours/week;

• This position requires travel between office;

• Positions are available in Albany, Schenectady and Clifton Park.