Arthritis & Sports
Location
Sterling, VA | United States
Job description
We are currently seeking an experienced, professional certified physician assistant or nurse practitioner with an interest in clinical and surgical responsibilities. The ideal candidate has experience and knowledge in joint replacement medicine, including THAs and TKAs. Candidates should be flexible and have a strong desire to work both independently and as a team, be able to work in a fast-paced environment, and be comfortable seeing patients independently. Requires excellent assessment skills and a strong work ethic. Arthritis & Sports offers a competitive salary, malpractice insurance, full medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and 401(k) plans. CME reimbursement available.
Performs orthopedic physical assessment of new patients, new problems, established and post-operative patients
Completes medical history, examination and study interpretation of the patient
Performs complete, detailed and accurate histories, reviews patient records to develop comprehensive medical status, reports and orders laboratory, radiological and diagnostic studies appropriate for complaint, age, race, sex and physical condition of patient
Makes medical diagnoses and institutes therapy or referrals of patients to the appropriate health care facilities, agencies, other resources of the community or other Physicians
Interprets and evaluates patient data to determine patient management and treatment
Refers patients to appropriate specialists for care
Makes follow-up visits with patients
Responds to emergency situations
Follows-up by telephone with patients regarding questions/concerns
Keeps accurate patient records and maintains and updates files as necessary
Assures documentation of all procedures, services or supplies provided to patients
Participates in continuing medical education programs to maintain adequate medical base
Administers a variety of prescribed medications
Follows written protocols in all clinical practices
Arranges hospital admissions and discharges at the discretion of the supervising Physician, performs hospital rounds and records and records appropriate patient progress notes, accurately and appropriately transcribes and executes specific orders at the direction of the supervising Physician
Compiles detailed narrative and case summaries, completes forms pertinent to patients’ medical records, issues diagnostic orders, which must be signed within specified time period as defined by practice guidelines
Interprets and evaluates patient data to determine patient management and treatment
Provides instructions and guidance regarding medical care matters to patients
Performs or assists in the laboratory medical techniques and routine therapeutic procedures to include injections, debridement, suture and care of superficial wounds, removal of sutures, administration of subcutaneous local anesthesia, stapling, casting and splinting of sprains and fractures, incision and drainage of superficial skin infections
Performs or assists in surgical procedures pre- and post-operative care, and surgical assisting
Participates in quality review program activities as requested by immediate supervisor
Attends clinical meetings and education programs of the staff and any department as requested
Performs other duties as assigned
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Strong verbal and written communication
Self-starter
Team player
Leadership
Detail oriented
Organization
Computer Literacy
Multi-taking
Typing 35-40 WPM
Requires minimal supervision in planning and organizing work
Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Graduate of approved Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner program
Valid State Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner License
Composite State Board of Medical Examiners approval
Current CPR certification
Current AED certification
Current first aid certification
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