Communication Skills, Computed Tomography (CAT Scan), Detail Oriented, Electronic Medical Records, Establish Priorities, Healthcare, Identify Issues, Interpersonal Skills, Laboratory Analysis, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Organizational Skills, Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedics, Patient Care, Physician Assistant, Problem Solving Skills, Radiography, Sports, Sports Medicine, Team Player
LOCATION
Huntsville, AL
POSTED
3 days ago
Overview
The Orthopaedic Center, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Physician Assistant (PA) to work directly with one of TOC''s established, board-certified orthopedic sports surgeon. This is an office and surgical-based position with a typical five-day work week, working in our Huntsville, Madison, and Decatur office locations on a rotational basis. Minimal call duties and weekend obligations. Candidate must be licensed to practice in Alabama. The PA''s duties will include, but are not limited to, diagnosing and managing acute and chronic sports and activity-related injuries, focusing on shoulders, elbows and knees. Running concurrent and independent clinics, referring for diagnostic treatments/test, ordering and reviewing lab results, evaluating X-Ray, CT scan, and MRI results. Providing clear, concise, and accurate information in the EMR. Assisting in surgery.
Qualifications
Education required: HS/GED.
License: Must have a current NCCPA certification and be licensed to practice in Alabama.
Additional Skills:
Highly self-motivated and driven with a strong work ethic
Able to work independently
Confident in making clinical decisions and managing patient care
Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate and communicate with the orthopedic surgeon and healthcare team
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment
Organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize multiple responsibilities
Experience or interest in sports medicine and orthopaedics is a plus but not mandatory
Desire for continued learning
Compassionate and patient-centered with good interpersonal skills