**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. 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 **REQUIREMENTS** **Company:** Resurgens Orthopaedics **Address:** 1336 Highway 54W, Fayetteville, GA, 30214