We are seeking an experienced Certified Physician Assistant, PA-C to join a growing Orthopedic program at an established Orthopedic practice comprised of four surgeons and three PA-C providers.

The role involves orthopedic management of patients in a Sports Medicine subspecialty focus based in Palm Coast. This individual would work in outpatient and inpatient settings as well as assist in surgery. Candidate will have a dedicated office space.

Highlights:

• Opportunity offers the experience of working with a Rothman fellowship trained Sports Medicine Provider and a group of experienced PAs, Providers and staff to support and mentor in the orthopedic arena.
• Opportunity to work alongside physician and athletic trainers in the sports medicine arena.
• Opportunity to work in a new, state-of-the-art facility that is less than a year old.

General Summary:

The PA-C, under the supervision of the Physician(s), who acts as the collaborative practitioner(s), is responsible for:

• Performing histories and physical exams on orthopedic patients in both the office and hospital
• Handling daily patient rounds, patient education and discharge summaries
• Ramp up independent patient management with follow up visits
• First assisting in the Operating Room
• Practice/ED call coverage
• Other procedures which include but are not limited to: steroid injections, gel applications, casting, and digital x-ray
• Ordering and interpreting appropriate diagnostic tests, such as laboratory, X-ray, MRI, etc.
• Assisting patient and family with pre- and post-procedural education
• Monitoring the patient’s course of treatment and places orders for referral to the appropriate specialist
• Collaborating with physician and staff to provide consistent care to the patients
• Displays a caring and professional attitude at all time as well as maintaining personal and professional growth

Schedule Details:

• Hospital coverage at only two locations
• Expected clinic schedule is 2.5 clinic and 2 OR
• One week of call every four weeks in tandem with supervising physician
• Holiday rotation

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, patients, and the public
• Strong verbal and written communication skills 
• Ability to work flexible schedule including call rotation
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced clinic with highly acute patients
• Experience in the OR in Orthopedics

Required Education/Experience:

• Master’s degree in Physician Assistant studies
• Experience as a PA-C in General Orthopedics Care
• Subspecialty Interest in Sports Medicine
• Sports relationship with athletic trainers in the Flagler Co. School Athletic Department (preferred)

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