Physician Assistant

3 weeks ago

Vadnais Heights, Minnesota, United States Summit Orthopedics Full time

At Summit Orthopedics, we recognize the significance each member of the Summit Family has as they impact one another and our patients on a daily basis.Be part of a patient-first environment that lives into our values of: Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, Stewardship and Innovation and a place where staff members feel respected and find a strong sense of purpose in their roles, contributing to a familial atmosphere characterized by mutual respect and enjoyment.

This Physician Assistant role will float to various Summit teams and locations to provide support throughout the organization in various settings (Clinic, Orthopedic Urgent Care, ASC's, Hospital). Could include both east and west metro locations. As a float you will have the opportunity to train in a variety of settings/sub-specialties (sports med/hand/foot ankle/spine etc..) which may provide opportunities to transition to a role on a specific MD Team, Orthopedic Urgent Care, or a Hospitalist role.

This is a full time role based at our Vadnais Heights clinic and will be expected to float to various locations based on needs of clinic teams and service lines. Scheduled day hours are Monday - Friday, 8 hour shifts, no call or weekend obligations.

**COVID: Providers (PA/NP) -that will work in non-Summit locations may need to be fully vaccinated or have been granted an approved medical or religious exemption prior to start date. (These guidelines are determined by each non-Summit location and will be adhered to as appropriate.)**

  • The Physician Assistant functions as first or second assist in the operating room, including performing surgical exposure, surgical dissections, layer closure of wounds, etc.
  • Triages patient calls and evaluates patient problems. Responds to emergencies including use of CPR.
  • Prepare patient for surgery, including positioning, skin preparation, administration of local anesthetic and equipment preparation.
  • Conducts physical exams, taking medical history, image interpretation and patient evaluation/care.
  • Consults with physician as needed and refers to physicians for more complicated cases or cases that are not a routine part of a PA's scope of work.
  • Orders diagnostic tests and scans and prescribes medications.
  • Administer injections, participate in suture and dressing removal and manage simple fracture management/cast application and removal.
  • Counsels patient/family on preventive health care, including pre- and post- operative education.
  • Personal Growth. Expansion. Teamwork. Innovation. Be a part of a truly patient-first environment and an organization that cares about their employees.
  • Function as first or second assist in the operating room, including performing surgical exposure, surgical dissections, layer closure of wounds, etc.
  • Triages patient calls and evaluates patient problems. Responds to emergencies including use of CPR.
  • Prepare patient for surgery, including positioning, skin preparation, administration of local anesthetic and equipment preparation.
  • Conducts physical exams, taking medical history, image interpretation and patient evaluation/care.
  • Consults with physician as needed and refers to physicians for more complicated cases or cases that are not a routine part of a PA's scope of work.
  • Orders diagnostic tests and scans and prescribes medications.
  • Administer injections, participate in suture and dressing removal and manage simple fracture management/cast application and removal.
  • Counsels patient/family on preventive health care, including pre- and post- operative education.
  • Monitors therapies and provides continuity of care.

Summit Orthopedics provides the Twin Cities, Greater Minnesota and Western Wisconsin with the full spectrum of orthopedic care including sub-specialty clinics, walk-in care at our Orthopedic Urgent Care clinics, imaging, bracing, therapy, surgery, and post-surgical stays at our Care Suites. Our expert team of physicians, surgeons, physician assistants, certified athletic trainers and therapists are part of the 1100+ employees who partner to provide quality care designed to support a healthier, more active lifestyle.

Summit Orthopedics is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations of federal, state and local governing boards and/or agencies.


Qualifications

Education
Masters of Physician Assistant (required)

Experience
Previous PA experience in orthopedic setting is preferred. Qualified candidates must be licensed as a PA in the state of Minnesota. (preferred)

Licenses & Certifications
Cert Physician Assistant (required)

Skills
Basic Life Support (required)

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