Physician Assistant
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
1 month ago
About the role
At Barbour Orthopaedics , we’re dedicated to providing exceptional orthopedic care through advanced medical techniques, cutting-edge technology, and a patient-centered approach. As a trusted name in orthopaedic medicine, we pride ourselves on our collaborative environment, commitment to excellence, and a shared mission to help patients live healthier, more active lives.
We are currently seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join our growing team. If you’re looking to be part of a dynamic medical practice that values expertise, integrity, and a genuine dedication to patient care, we’d love to hear from you.
As the Physician Assistant, you will act as an extension of the physician in the practice to provide a high-level of patient care. You conduct comprehensive physical examinations, evaluate laboratory results, diagnose procedures to establish a preliminary diagnosis and make recommendations to the attending Physician. In this role, you will also ensure that the patient has a complete understanding of the treatment plan being implemented.
Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To
Qualifications
Physical Requirements
Incentive/Benefits Package
Apply now to be a part of something fantastic!
We are currently seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join our growing team. If you’re looking to be part of a dynamic medical practice that values expertise, integrity, and a genuine dedication to patient care, we’d love to hear from you.
As the Physician Assistant, you will act as an extension of the physician in the practice to provide a high-level of patient care. You conduct comprehensive physical examinations, evaluate laboratory results, diagnose procedures to establish a preliminary diagnosis and make recommendations to the attending Physician. In this role, you will also ensure that the patient has a complete understanding of the treatment plan being implemented.
Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To
- Perform comprehensive patient evaluations, including histories, physical examinations, and diagnostic testing.
- Formulate treatment plans in collaboration with supervising orthopedic physicians.
- Order, interpret, and review diagnostic studies (X-rays, MRI, CT, labs, etc.).
- Provide pre-operative and post-operative patient care, education, and follow-up.
- Assist surgeons in the operating room, including first assist duties.
- Perform procedures such as joint injections, wound care, casting, splinting, and suturing.
- Manage both inpatient and outpatient orthopedic cases.
- Document patient encounters accurately and in a timely manner within the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Participate in patient education, counseling, and care coordination.
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary care team to optimize patient outcomes.
- Maintain current knowledge of orthopedic best practices, guidelines, and standards.
Qualifications
- Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner Program
- NCCPA certified
- Active Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner license
- Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience in orthopaedics, urgent care, sports medicine, or related field.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and position patients and equipment (up to 50 lbs).
- Prolonged standing, bending, and fine motor activity.
- Exposure to bloodborne pathogens and surgical chemicals in accordance with OSHA Standards.
Incentive/Benefits Package
- We offer competitive pay, paid holidays, comprehensive benefit package, paid time off, 401K with company match!
Apply now to be a part of something fantastic!
Skills
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