Perm - Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgery - Orthopedic Brattleboro, VT

Job description

Job Description:
Work collaboratively with orthopedic surgeons in the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal and orthopedic conditions
Perform comprehensive patient evaluations and assessments
Develop and implement treatment plans under physician supervision
Order, review, and interpret diagnostic and imaging studies
Assist orthopedic surgeons during surgical procedures
Provide pre-operative and post-operative patient management and follow-up care
Educate patients and families regarding orthopedic conditions, treatment plans, recovery expectations, and rehabilitation
Perform orthopedic-related procedures including joint injections and other office-based procedures
Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation in the medical record
Participate in rotational call coverage as assigned
Adhere to hospital policies, universal precautions, OSHA standards, and patient safety protocols
Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, rehabilitation teams, and ancillary departments to ensure continuity of care
Support quality improvement initiatives and departmental goals
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervising physicians and hospital leadership
Not accepting visa candidates
Not open to LOCUM or LOCUM to PERM candidates
Not accepting new grads with less than 1 year's experience
Not open to candidates who plan to work this job in conjunction with another position

Compensation and Benefits:
Competitive salary range based on experience, education, training, and internal equity
Compensation disclosed in accordance with Vermont Act 155
Final compensation determined during interview and hiring process
Providers may submit salary expectations with presentation

Benefits and Perks:
Full-time stable employment with a respected Vermont healthcare organization
Opportunity to work closely with experienced orthopedic surgeons
Supportive collaborative clinical environment
Day-shift schedule promoting work-life balance
Rotational call schedule
Opportunity to practice in both clinic and surgical settings
Equal Employment Opportunity workplace
ADA-compliant employer with reasonable accommodations available
Located in scenic southern Vermont with access to outdoor recreation, family-friendly communities, and excellent quality of life
Physical Demands
Frequent sitting throughout the workday
Occasional standing and walking
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
Requires close vision, color vision, and focus adjustment abilities
Exposure to medical office and clinical environments including airborne particles and chemicals

Work Environment:
Clinical orthopedic office and hospital setting
Moderate exposure to moving mechanical parts and medical substances
Typical noise level ranges from quiet to moderate
Requires ability to communicate effectively with physicians, staff, and patients

• Full-time, permanent position with a collaborative team and rotational call schedule.
• Located in scenic Southern Vermont
• Surgery - Orthopedic