Physician Assistant Job at Forté Sports Medicine and Orthopedics, Carmel, IN

  • Forté Sports Medicine and Orthopedics
  • Carmel, IN

Job Description

Physician Assistant

Carmel, IN 46032; Greenwood, IN 46142

Overview

Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day

Description

Forté Sports Medicine and Orthopedics is consistently recognized as a leader in the field of sports medicine and orthopedics within the midwest. Forté has been providing exceptional care to athletes and active people of all ages for over 40 years and pride ourselves in how we deliver that care.

We are a destination employment location for dedicated health care workers who are looking to advance their careers in their chosen profession. If you are seeking a setting that not only allows, but fosters professional growth and development while working with a team of outstanding, committed and like-minded leaders in this niche' of health care, then you should consider Forté Sports Medicine - "The best place to get care AND the best place to give care!"

Job Summary

The Physician Assistant (PA) assists high volume orthopedic surgeon (Total Joint replacement) with surgical and clinical responsibilities. The PA will perform duties as first assist in the OR under the direction of the Orthopedic Surgeon.

This position consists of 2 days/week in Carmel in clinic. One day per week in Greenwood in clinic. 2 days per week in Carmel in the OR.

Essential functions

  • Obtains, compiles, and records patient medical data, health history, progress notes, and results of the examination
  • Instructs and counsels patients about the prescribed therapeutic regimens
  • Assists Orthopedic Surgeon during surgery

Competencies (Knowledge/Skills/Abilities)

  • a strong desire to practice patient-centered medicine
  • an eagerness to work with team members
  • a high degree of initiative, discretion and judgment
  • an ability to multitask and effectively manage competing demands
  • an overall commitment to excellence.

Work environment

  • Typical professional medical clinic environment
  • Ambulatory Surgery Center

Physical demands

  • Must be able to lift at least 50+ lbs.
  • Moving patients, lifting and helping patients with needs, lifting and moving heavy x-ray equipment, transporting patients
  • Frequently on your feet standing and walking

Travel required

  • Carmel and Greenwood

Preferred education and experience

  • NCCPA Certification
  • Valid license with state of Indiana
  • Familiarity with EMR systems, NextGen experience helpful but not required
  • Proficiency as 1st assist in open surgical procedures
  • Proficiency in surgical wound closure

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Forté Sports Medicine and Orthopedics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug free workplace

Job Tags

Full time, Shift work, 2 days per week, 1 day per week

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