Physician Assistant

Job description

Job Description Performs a variety of functions and technical procedures necessary for patient admission, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, and outcome evaluation. Participates in performance improvement, research, and educational activities. Key Responsibilities: Patient Assessment & Diagnosis: - Conduct comprehensive medical histories and physical examinations for new and established orthopedic patients. - Order, review, and interpret diagnostic tests, including X-rays, MRI, CT scans, and laboratory studies. - Formulate differential diagnoses and develop appropriate treatment plans. Treatment Planning & Implementation: - Provide non-surgical management for a variety of orthopedic conditions, including sprains, strains, fractures, arthritis, and tendinitis. - Administer therapeutic injections (e.g., joint injections, trigger point injections, and viscosupplementation) safely and effectively. - Apply and remove casts, splints, braces, and other durable medical equipment (DME). - Perform wound care for minor lacerations and post-operative sites. - Prescribe medications, including pain management and anti-inflammatory therapies, in accordance with state regulations and pra...