Ortho Spinal Physician Assistant

Overview The Orthopedic Physician Assistant assists, monitors, and manages the day-to-day needs of patients as requested by, in conjunction with, and under the supervision of a physician. Performs the duties and responsibilities of a Physician Assistant according to customary and generally accepted medical standards. Office visits, Hospital Rounding and some OR time. 90% Ortho Spine cases with some general ortho.

Responsibilities

1. Provide medical services under the supervision of a licensed physician, consistent with the PA's education, training and experience. 2. Performs and documents accurate, complete, and relevant history and physical assessments appropriate for the patient's age, gender, and clinical problem. 3. Orders, performs, and interprets laboratory tests and diagnostic studies/procedures in collaboration with physicians and consultants as appropriate. 4. Manages general medical and surgical conditions based on comprehensive knowledge of etiologies, risk factors, pathophysiology, and the indications and contraindications of pharmacologic agents and other treatment modalities. 5. Prescribes medication safely and effectively in accordance with best practices, hospital policy, and NJ regulations, providing patient education as needed. 6. Seeks opportunities to promote Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) PA practice recognition (locally, nationally, and internationally) through conferences, publications, and presentations. 7. Provides care that is patient- and family-centered, compassionate, and effective for the promotion of health and treatment of disease. 8. Practices as a healthcare provider according to the rules and regulations of the Medical Staff and bylaws as outlined in the delineation of privileges. 9. Applies evidence-based and value-based medicine to systematically analyze and improve patient care practices and outcomes. 10. Evaluates patient/family transition of care planning, considering resource utilization, cost, quality, safety and self-management promotion for chronic conditions. 11. Demonstrates clinical expertise through advanced assessment and procedural skills pertinent to the practice specialty. 12. Translates `best practice' into clinical practice by evaluating current protocols and standards of care. 13. Provides culturally sensitive and educationally appropriate health management education to patients and families. 14. Facilitates consistent, coordinated care and clear communication among all members of the healthcare team through participation in daily interdisciplinary rounds. 15. Serves as an advocate for patients and families, identifying and addressing obstacles to care progression and escalating issues as appropriate. 16. Serves as a clinical resource for the multidisciplinary team by addressing clinical, process, and system improvement opportunities. 17. Participates in organizational and departmental meetings, committees, and workgroups as necessary. 18. Demonstrates the highest level of accountability for professional practice and adheres to ethical principles regarding patient confidentiality, informed consent, and adverse outcomes. 19. Promotes a collaborative work environment supporting the organizational mission, behavior expectations, values, and pillars. 20. Mentors other PAs, precepts students in PA programs and participates in educational programs as a clinical expert. 21. Identifies patient/family educational needs and collaborates to implement appropriate teaching materials. 22. Promotes innovation by integrating new clinical knowledge into practice. 23. Participates in clinical research activities and disseminates findings through practice, education, presentations, and publications. 24. Identifies ethical care issues and coordinates interdisciplinary meetings to resolve them. 25. Comply with HMH and department-specific scope of services, policies and procedures as applicable to role. 26. Adheres to all HMH infection control and safety policies. 27. Other duties and/or projects as assigned. 28. Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.