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The CORE Institute delivers integrated, comprehensive musculoskeletal and neurological care. The CORE Institute is built upon a foundation of pioneering research, academics, community service, and a passion for excellence in patient care. The organization continues to be a leader in payor-reform initiatives, and it is at the forefront of systems-based quality programs that drive value and improve the quality of patient care.

As the CORE Institute continues to grow, we are looking for Physician Assistants for:

Orthopedic Total Joint position in Sun City   Includes office and OR work.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• 1. Assesses patient health status including state of wellness, compliance with the care plan and determines appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• 2. Provides acute and chronic patient care including taking histories, doing physicals, monitoring therapies, giving injections and medications, suturing wounds.
• 3. Triages patient calls and evaluates patient problems.
• 4. Responds to emergencies including the use of CPR.
• 5. Documents patient information and care provided in the patient records and maintains patient statistics.
• 6. Educates patients and families as appropriate, provides continuity of care.
• 7. Assists physicians with surgeries in the operating room.
• 8. Participates in rounds at the hospital and responds to patient calls received after hours and on weekends.
• 9. Consults with other staff as necessary.
• 10. Maintains patient confidentiality.

EDUCATION:

• BA/BS, MS preferred. Graduate of AMA-accredited physician assistant program.

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience preferred but willing to train the right candidate.

REQUIREMENTS:

Current state PA license, certified by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, current CPR certification.

KNOWLEDGE:

• 1. Knowledge of acute and chronic protocols, administration of medications, delivering physical care following the treatment plan.
• 2. Knowledge of how to assess patient health and measure/record physiologic and growth indices.
• 3. Knowledge of health promotion principles and techniques and patient learning measurements.

SKILLS:

• 1. Skill in gathering and analyzing physiological, socioeconomic, and emotional patient data.
• 2. Skill in accurately evaluating patient problems in person or via phone and providing appropriate advice, intervention, or referral.
• 3. Skill in evaluating and revising the care plan based on patient changes.

ABILITIES:

• 1. Ability to make responsible decisions within the scope of a dependent medical practitioner.
• 2. Ability to develop health education programs and materials.
• 3. Ability to work collaboratively with all members of the health care team.
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