Salary Range: $53.10 - $73.20 Pay rates are determined based on experience and internal equity. This position is for a qualified APP (PA) working in an Orthopedic setting. The position is classified as an exempt salaried position. In addition to the base salary, there is a quarterly productivity bonus that can be discussed. Position Summary: + Provide the full scope of primary care services which fall under his/her field of training. + Including but not limited to diagnosis, treatment, coordination of care, preventative care and health maintenance to patients under the oversight of an LVMC Physician. + Expected to be familiar with the philosophy, goals and objectives of LVMC and work collaboratively to achieve them. + They must be cognizant of, and comply with, all LVMC policies and procedures, and well as pertinent state and federal regulations. District Responsibility: + Support of the District Mission and Values + Demonstrate Respect, Professionalism and courtesy to all patients, visitors, other providers and coworkers, as delineated in the LVMC “Commitment to Care.” + Constantly use C-I-CARE principles when communicating with others. + Performance Improvement Activities + Professional Development Position Duties/Responsibility: + Obtain health history and perform physical examinations in the hospital or clinic setting. + Provide accurate documentation of patient encounters including clinic visits, hospital rounding, admission H/Ps, and discharge summaries. + Perform duties in the operating room as a First Assist under the oversight of the Attending Surgeon. + Diagnose and direct counseling for each patient on a plan for treatment. + Prescribe medication in accordance with California statue and professional practice guidelines. + Perform minor surgical procedures per privileges. + Arrange referral for patients requiring services not offered at LVMC. + Review incoming reports (e.g. lab, x-ray, EKG) sign, date and follow-up in a timely manner. + Participate in staff outreach and off-site health care programs in the LVMC service area. + Comply with the LVMC Infection Control plan which includes personally utilizing universal precautions. Ensure compliance by support staff. + Participate in peer review, quality assurance, provider meetings, and other clinical meetings. Essential Functions: + The ability to communicate verbally and in written form in English. + The ability to answer phones in a professional manner. + The ability to use a keyboard and use Microsoft Office products efficiently. + The ability to have normal or correctable hearing and vision. + The ability to be supervised. + The ability to work as a Team. + The ability to have positive personal interactions with staff, patients/residents and visitors. Position Qualifications: + California Physician Assistant License + NCCPA certification + Insurability (malpractice) + Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR) + ACLS Certified + First Assist surgical experience (Preferred) + LVMC Reserves the right to modify the minimum requirements depending on the needs of the organization.