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*Must be willing to work both locations and be on call. Must have surgery experience*

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. Assist in Surgeries and be available to provide call coverage as requested.   Be responsible for PR/PO and all surgery related paperwork.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 (suturing)Remove  sutures or staples, change dressings, on patients and draw up injections.Administer injections, oral medications, aspirations of  joints, suture wounds, 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.Perform Peer to Peer evaluation for procedure  AuthorizationAssist in managing Patients with direct patient care

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.

Requirements Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program (Required)2-3 years of experience as a APP in a Ortho setting WITH surgery experience (Required)Must be  be licenses in State of Texas. Excellent customer service skillsDemonstrated conflict management skillsExcellent oral and written communication skillsStrong organizational skills with great attention to detailOperating room experience preferred