Banner University Medical Group is actively seeking a dedicated and experienced Physician Assistant to join our esteemed Orthopedic team at the Banner – University Medicine Phoenix. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team committed to delivering exceptional orthopedic care to our diverse patient population.

Position Overview:

• Title: Orthopedic Physician Assistant
• Location: Banner – University Medicine Phoenix
• Schedule: Full-Time, Monday through Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM
• Call Requirements: None

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive and problem-focused patient histories and physical examinations.
• Order, interpret, and correlate laboratory and diagnostic procedures to formulate differential diagnoses and establish working diagnoses.
• Develop and implement treatment plans for orthopedic conditions within the scope of practice.
• Perform therapeutic procedures such as joint and bursa aspirations, injections, and applications of braces, casts, and splints.
• Assist in surgical procedures, including first assist, tissue closures, and application of appliances.
• Participate in hospital rounds, write orders, and contribute to patient education and counseling on preventive care.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current, unrestricted Arizona Physician Assistant license.
• Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Current prescribing privileges, including a DEA license for controlled substances.
• Minimum of one year of professional experience as a Physician Assistant, preferably in orthopedic surgery.
• Experience in trauma and foot/ankle surgery is preferred.
• Strong decision-making skills and the ability to function effectively within a collaborative care model.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly energized and flexible, with a commitment to providing high-quality patient care.

Why Join Banner Health?

Banner Health, in collaboration with the University of Arizona, forms Banner University Medicine, an academic health system serving Phoenix and Tucson. Our mission encompasses research, teaching, and patient care across three academic medical centers. Banner University Medical Center Phoenix is a nationally recognized academic medical center, committed to coordinated clinical care, advanced research, and training the next generation of medical professionals.

Benefits:

Banner Health offers an industry-leading benefits package, including:

- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy plans

- Paid time off plans

- Eligibility for benefits coverage within 30 days

- Financial savings resources

- Career advancement opportunities

- Optimal work/life balance

- Employee discounts

Join Us:

Be part of a dedicated team at Banner University Medical Center Phoenix, making a significant impact on the lives of our patients and community. Apply today to take your career to the next level with Banner Health.

PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR CV FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, Banner University Medical Group (BUMG) recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds. BUMG is an EEO/AA - M/W/D/V Employee.

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