Highlights
Collaborate with physical therapists, clinical staff, and other members of various interdisciplinary care teams to optimize patient outcomes. A typical day may include: Conducting comprehensive patient histories and physical examinations for orthopedic patients.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Grand Rapids, MI |
| Industry | Healthcare Services |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Website | https://jobs.trinity-health.org/search-results |
Description
Opportunity Details
- Position Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
- Schedule: TBD, anticipate clinic/OR and call hours requiring night and weekend availability
- Location: Grand Rapids and Byron Center Michigan
- Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery
- Hospital Info: Trinity Health Grand Rapids, Level 2 trauma center. Southwest Surgical Center - Ambulatory surgical center.
- Team Size: 9 physicians and 7 APPs
- Teaching Opportunities: No direct teaching responsibilities but the practice does support resident education.
- Call Requirements: Office call and occasional primary hospital call
Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant (PA) program
- Active PA-C license in the State of Michigan
- Current BLS and ACLS certification
- DEA license
- 1-2 years of post-graduate PA-C experience, preferably in an orthopedic or surgical specialty
- Demonstrated clinical judgment, procedural proficiency, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced orthopedic setting
- Excellent communication skills with a focus on patient education and engagement
Duties & Responsibilities:
A typical day may include:
- Conducting comprehensive patient histories and physical examinations for orthopedic patients
- Assist surgeons in the operating room and perform minor procedures as delegated
- Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests, including imaging studies and labs
- Manage pre-operative and post-operative patient care, including wound care and rehabilitation planning
- Provide patient education regarding procedures, treatment options, and recovery plans
- Collaborate with physical therapists, clinical staff, and other members of various interdisciplinary care teams to optimize patient outcomes
- Document all patient care accurately in the EMR (Epic)
- Participate in the office call pool for afterhours and weekend needs.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to clinical protocols and guidelines
Why Work with Us?
- Comprehensive Care - Provide exceptional orthopedic care to all patients and work with a multi-disciplinary team.
- Work-Life Balance - Considerate scheduling of all staff members to balance work and personal time
- Advanced Digital Tools - Epic, MyChart, AI dictation aids, Doximity
- Supportive Team Environment - Collaborate with skilled physicians, APPs, and a dedicated support staff.
- Prioritizing Internal Growth and Advancement - We are committed to promoting from within, offering abundant opportunities for career advancement and fostering a culture that empowers employees to thrive
- Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package:
- Competitive salary + incentives
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement savings plans (403b & 457)
- Short- & long-term disability coverage
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
About Company
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. It is a family of 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, the Trinity Health system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations and many other health and well-being services. In fiscal year 2023, the Livonia, Michigan-based health system invested $1.5 billion in its communities in the form of charity care and other community benefit programs.