Locums PA Orthopedic Surgery Need in Connecticut
Englewood, Colorado, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician Assistant
Specialty Orthopedics
Degree Required MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type Locums/Travel
Work Environment Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Location Farmington, Connecticut, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 9/19/24

Coverage Needed

  • October 18, 2024 - February 28, 2025

Schedule

  • 4/10hr shifts per week
  • 6:30am - 5pm with 30min lunch break

Clinical Details

  • Worksite Setting: Inpatient
  • 5-15 patients per shift
    • 21% adults, 12% geriatrics, 2% Peds, 65% Medicare/Medicaid
  • Evaluates, assesses patient illness/injuries
  • Performs physical examinations, and special examinations
  • Takes medical histories; develops plans of care; intervenes in crisis situations or patient deterioration
  • Provides routine and illness care; orders medications; orders diagnostic tests and evaluates results
  • Assumes responsibility for patient follow-up, coordination, and referrals to other health care providers as necessary
  • Maintains patient health information records
  • May develop policies/procedures; participates in or designs changes in the system of care delivery
  • May participate in clinical research
  • Provides patient counseling/education
  • Participates in medical student and health professional teaching
  • Acts as a clinical consultant to peers and other health care professionals
  • Assist with surgeries as first assist

Requirements

  • Active CT License
  • Board Certified NCCPA
  • DEA/CSR
  • BLS, ACLS
  • 2+ years of ortho experience
  • First Assist experience in the OR
  • Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
  • Connecticut General Statutes (must obtain prior to start of employment)

EMR

  • EPIC