Physician Assistant - Orthopaedics Physician Assistant - Orthopaedics  Apply!  Apply! Position Details Department: PCMG-MAIN | Orthopaedics Location: Phoenix Shift: Mon-Fri, Days, 8am-5pm Category: Advanced Practice Clinicians Posting #: 867773 Employee Type: Full-Time Position Summary

Posting Note: Phoenix Children’s Medical Group has a Full-time position in Pediatric Orthopedics.

About Us: Phoenix Children is rapidly growing and expanding. We are committed to providing exceptional healthcare services to our community. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a significant impact and contribute to the well-being of our pediatric patients. Responsibilities: • Clinical Duties: o Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care to pediatric patients. o Conduct patient assessments, diagnose orthopedic conditions, and develop treatment plans. o Assist in surgical procedures, including pre-operative and post-operative care. o Educate patients and families on treatment options, recovery, and preventive measures. o Document patient information accurately in electronic health records. o Provide specialized care in areas such as trauma, neuromuscular conditions, scoliosis, and sports medicine. • Leadership and Education: o Lead and mentor a team of healthcare professionals, fostering growth and development with the expansion of the new location. o Participate in training programs for medical staff, residents, and students in our new facility. o Stay updated on the latest advancements in pediatric orthopedics and share knowledge with colleagues. • Quality Improvement: o Contribute to quality improvement initiatives within the orthopedic department. o Implement evidence-based practices and protocols. • Community Engagement: o Engage with the local community through educational workshops, seminars, and outreach programs. • Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM (typical hours, subject to change). • Call/After-Hours Requirements: Currently no call or after-hours duties, but anticipate future changes. Qualifications: • Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) with a focus on orthopedics, orthopedic or pediatric orthopedic experience a plus. • Valid state license and national certification. • Experience in pediatric orthopedics preferred but not required (new graduates are welcome). • Strong communication skills and a compassionate approach to patient care.

This position works in collaboration with the attending physicians and works within their scope of practice to provide excellent clinical care for patients. Plays a critical role in the patient family medical team. Professional who may practice in hospital’s inpatient and/or outpatient setting.

Position Duties Conducts comprehensive health history, physical assessments and plans for infants, children and young adults with acute and chronic health conditions. Utilizes advanced assessment skills to manage a cohort of patients. Orders and prescribes pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions, and performs other therapeutic or corrective measures to treat illness and improve health status. Formulates family centered plan of care. Performs daily documents as necessary. Collaborated and coordinated care with other team members. Collects data and analyzes when necessary. Performs any needed advanced procedures that are associated with their credentialing process DOP. Utilizes the most up to date and evidence based practice for plan of care and able to alter the plan according to family needs and effectiveness or plan. Serves as an educational resource to patient/family/ nursing staff/ provider team and other health care teams as needed. Participates in own professional development by maintaining required competences, certifying body renewals, seeking educational offerings when available, and participates in the professional development of others which may include Advanced Practice Provider students, Residents and Medical Students. Acts as a preceptor/mentor for those new in department. Demonstrates commitment to patient safety by bring up concerns in appropriate manner, reporting through appropriate channels, and ensuring change of practice when necessary. Demonstrates shared accountability of safe practice. Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested. Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values Mission

To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families

Vision

Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.

We realize this vision by:

Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families Values We place children and families at the center of all we do We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable Apply for this position? First Name * Last Name * Phone * Email Address *

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Required Yes No 2. Current State of Arizona certification as a Physician Assistant or obtained by start date.
Required Yes No 3. Maintain certificate in National Commission on Certification for Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
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Required Yes No Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential 1. Physical Requirement - Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) - Constantly 2. Physical Requirement - Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) - Constantly 3. Physical Requirement - Hearing - Constantly 4. Physical Requirement - Pushing/pulling - Constantly 5. Physical Requirement - Reaching - Constantly 6. Physical Requirement - Sitting - Occasionally 7. Physical Requirement - Standing - Frequently 8. Physical Requirement - Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling - Frequently 9. Physical Requirement - Talking - Constantly 10. Physical Requirement - Walking - Constantly 11. Physical Requirement - Near Vision - Constantly 12. Physical Requirement - Far Vision - Constantly 13. Physical Requirement - Color Discrimination - Occasionally 14. Physical Requirement - Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment - Constantly 15. Physical Requirement - Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance - Frequently 16. Physical Requirement - Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally 17. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Inside office environment - Applicable 18. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Airborne communicable diseases - Applicable 19. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid - Applicable 20. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Fumes or airborne particles - Applicable 21. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Hazardous materials exposure - Applicable 22. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Radiation exposure - Applicable 23. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Toxic or caustic chemicals - Applicable I have reviewed the qualifications, physical requirements and occupational exposure/risk potential for this position and wish to apply I Agree Next