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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