Physician Assistant for Penn Orthopedics (Foot & Ankle) on Pennsylvania Hospital Campus
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Job ID: 198687
Category: Physician
Work Type: FT
Location: Philadelphia, PA, United States
Work Schedule: Days
Description
Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?
The Department of Penn Orthopedics is looking to hire a Physician Assistant for their Foot and Ankle practice located at 230 W. Washington Square location.
Penn Orthopedic specializing in Foot and Ankle evaluates and treats more than 1,300 cases a year. Penn Orthopedics has seen everything from the most common to the most complex. Penn Orthopedic provides comprehensive, non-surgical, and surgical treatment of the full spectrum of foot and ankle conditions. Procedures including complex revision surgery, such as a total ankle replacement or vascularized bone grafting, Penn Orthopedic uses the most advanced technology to restore maximum function, minimize pain, and ensure the quickest possible recovery.
Summary:
- All Physician Assistants function under the guidelines as designed by Penn Medicine medical staff and are credentialed through that body. The Physician Assistant will be held accountable through a formal job description, delineation of privileges, and through a Written Practice Agreement with their supervising physician. All clinical work hours and associated requirements will be defined and managed under the direction of the supervising physician and within the Human Resource guidelines. The Physician Assistant will contribute to excellence in education, leadership, professionalism, and clinical practice.
Responsibilities:
- Provides direct clinical care for patient population according to established protocols and utilizes evidence-based practice standards in collaboration with team. Maintains accurate and confidential medical records. Documents all medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatment, outcomes, education, referrals, and consultations consistent with organizational standards in electronic medical records. Identifies self properly to the patient and family and clarifies the role of Physician Assistant if necessary. The Physician Assistant shall function within their scope and refer to the supervising physician when outside of scope, and/or directed by the supervising physician, or when requested by the patient.
- Performs interventions specific to assigned patient population and written agreement. Participates in the performance improvement processes to meet quality of care and service standards. Demonstrates awareness of professional responsibility as role model to peers and members of the health care team. Perform approved therapeutic or diagnostic procedures based upon patient’s clinical status. Addresses patient and family concerns and creates a therapeutic relationship to provide support. Provide patient education, counseling, and instruction regarding patient diagnosis, medical treatments, medications, and preventive care. Participates in and supports accreditation, compliance, and regulatory activities of the organization. Participated in preceptorship of PA/NP students and other healthcare learners. Identifies patient/family needs for community resources and refers appropriately.
Credentials:
- National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistant (Required)
- Physician Assistant (Required)
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)
- Pennsylvania Physician Assistant License
- State Rx Authority (Required)
Education or Equivalent Experience:
- Master of Science (Required)
- Experienced and New to practice are welcome to apply.
- The Physician Assistant must be reviewed by the Credentials Committee and approved by the Medical Board.
- Education Specialization: Physician Assistant
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