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Physician Assistant Florida

Quick overview

The Physician Assistant serves as a clinical partner to physicians, providing high-quality orthopedic care across ambulatory, inpatient, and perioperative settings. Key duties include evaluating patients, performing office-based procedures, and acting as a first assist in surgical procedures.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be a graduate of a CAAHEP accredited Physician Assistant program with a valid Florida state registration and BLS certification. A minimum of 3 years of experience in a mixed clinic and hospital setting, including OR first assist experience, is required.

bachelor degreepostgraduate degreeElectronic Health RecordsPatient EducationCare CoordinationClinical Decision MakingTelehealthPerioperative CareWound ClosureInpatient ManagementClinical Care DeliveryJoint InjectionsSurgical First AssistingJoint Aspirations

Job description

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Emp Status Regular Full time Work Shift What you will be doing JOB DESCRIPTION JOB SUMMARY The Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner serves as a key clinical partner to the physician, supporting the growth, quality, and operational efficiency of the orthopedic practice.
This role delivers high-quality, patient-centered care across ambulatory, inpatient, and perioperative settings while ensuring a timely, safe, and exceptional patient experience.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical Care Delivery Independently evaluate and manage new and established patients, including comprehensive history-taking, physical examination, and treatment planning Independently manage post-operative patients and monitor recovery outcomes Deliver timely, evidence-based orthopedic care with a focus on quality, safety, and patient outcomes Surgical & Procedural Support Function as first assist in surgical procedures Provide perioperative care including pre-operative evaluations and post-operative follow-up Perform office-based orthopedic procedures, including: Joint injections (e.g., corticosteroid injections) Joint aspirations Iovera and other approved procedures Perform independent wound closure in accordance with clinical standards Inpatient & Perioperative Care Participate in inpatient rounding and management of orthopedic patients Initiate and manage inpatient orders Coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams and support discharge planning Patient Communication & Experience Independently manage patient questions and concerns during clinic hours and after-hours Provide clear education regarding diagnoses, procedures, and recovery Ensure a responsive, patient-centered experience Documentation & Compliance Accurately document all patient encounters in the electronic health record (EHR) Complete documentation, orders, and communications in a timely manner Maintain compliance with regulatory, payer, and organizational standards Care Coordination & Orders Independently initiate and manage: Outpatient orders (therapy, medications, diagnostics, referrals) Inpatient orders Coordinate care across providers and services Fit and manage durable medical equipment (DME) as part of patient care Team Collaboration & Leadership Serve as a clinical resource to clinical support staff Support efficient clinic workflow, patient flow, and care delivery Collaborate closely with physicians and operational leadership Additional Responsibilities, As-Needed Conduct billable telehealth and phone consultations Provide after-hours phone coverage and clinical decision-making Participate in cross-coverage for other Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) Assist with clinical support activities to ensure continuity of care Participate in community events and educational initiatives Provide medical expertise in outreach programs Promote orthopedic health awareness and education YEARS OF EXPERIENCE REQUIRED 2+ years experience Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner in a mixed setting of clinic and hospital based experience including OR first assist role.

patient care providers and laboratory technicians. HAZARDS OSHA OSHA Category 1.Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and other potentially infectious materials. POSITION & UNIT ACCOUNTABILITIES Upholds Standards/Expectations of HSS Staff - Prioritizes assignments. Demonstrate ability to prioritize, manage time, and maximize productivity. Supports Department Activities - Dependable and reliable. Is dependable and reliable with coworkers and independent work. Plans and Organizes - Supports department goals & objectives. Supports the department goals and objectives. Upholds HSS Professional/Clinical Standards – General (Communication).Initiates and maintains open, direct and effective documented and verbal communication with colleagues/medical staff and all members of the department as applicable. Responds to emails, and communications/ messages as soon as possible in a professional manner with compassion and understanding. EDUCATION REQUIRED Bachelor's. Graduate of CAAHEP accredited Physician Assistant Training Program. EDUCATION PREFERRED Master's, Physician Assistant. CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE REQUIRED Physician Assistant,Florida. BLS. Current Florida State registration. Infection Control Certificate must be current. Must have taken child abuse recognition course. CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE PREFERRED Current NCCPA Certificate - 100 hours of continuing medical education must be logged every 2 years. Recertification Examination must be taken every 6-10 years and passed successfully. SKILLS REQUIRED Must possess strong clinical skills SKILLS PREFERRED Non-Discrimination Policy Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing high quality care and skilled, compassionate, reliable service to our community in a safe and healing environment. Consistent with this commitment, Hospital for Special Surgery provides care, admits, and treats patients and provides all services without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law or by accreditation standards. HSS is nationally ranked No. 1 in orthopedics (for the 16th year in a row) and No. 3 in rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report (2025-2026). Our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent-candidates that align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunity for growth and success. Not ready to apply? Click Introduce Yourself at the top of the screen to join our Talent Community.
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