Orthopedic Physician Assistant

1 month ago


Warrenville Illinois, United States Northwestern Memorial Healthcare Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Physician Assistant to join our Orthopedic team at Northwestern Memorial Healthcare. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will provide exceptional patient care and work collaboratively with our physicians and staff to deliver high-quality patient outcomes.

Responsibilities
  • Provide direct patient care, demonstrating clinical expertise and advanced knowledge in orthopedic care.
  • Diagnose and manage acute and chronic health problems within the specialty area of practice.
  • Collaborate and consult with physicians and other healthcare professionals in the area of clinical expertise.
  • Develop educational systems and strategies for teaching patients, families, and staff on topics related to orthopedic care.
  • Mentor graduate students in aspects of advanced practice.
  • Actively participate in and/or conduct research pertinent to the area of expertise.
Requirements
  • Conduct comprehensive appraisals of patients' health status by taking health histories and performing physical examinations in the specialty area.
  • Provide primary prevention strategies and management of stable health problems.
  • Provide specialty care to assigned patients that may include both stable and unstable chronic health problems.
  • Establish diagnoses for common short-term or chronic health conditions.
  • Prescribe medications, diet, supplies, prosthetic devices, and other home health aides or medication according to clinical privileges.
  • Order and interpret appropriate laboratory tests, x-rays, electrocardiograms, and diagnostic procedures specified in clinical privileges.
  • Evaluate patients to determine their need for further healthcare.
  • Teach and counsel patients and families in preventive care, medical conditions, plan of care, anticipated outcomes, and the use of prescribed treatments and drugs.
  • Document in the medical record all care provided and/or procedures performed.
  • Serve as a consultant to other disciplines in areas of expertise.
Work Environment

This Physician Assistant will work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, collaborating with a team of healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality patient care. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in general orthopedic care and able to work effectively in both outpatient and inpatient settings.

The schedule for this position will be Monday through Friday, with occasional call responsibilities shared among the team. The Physician Assistant will be expected to work collaboratively with the team to ensure seamless patient care and to participate in ongoing education and professional development opportunities.


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