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Physician Assistant - Orthopedics

L5

usgpPortsmouth, VAyesterday

$63.00/hour

Occupations

Physician AssistantsOrthopedic Surgeons, Except PediatricHealthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All Other

Industries

Offices of PhysiciansGeneral Medical and Surgical HospitalsAll Other Outpatient Care Centers
U.S. Got People (USGP)is currently seeking afull-time Physician Assistant (PA)to join the Orthopedic Departmentat Naval Medical Center Portsmouth .Position Highlights:
Location: Naval Medical Center Portsmouth
Position Type: Full-Time
Department: Orthopedics
Why Work With USGP? We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Competitive Pay - $63.00/hour + health and welfare stipend Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement PlanLife Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant program certified by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) .Experience:
  • Completion of a fellowship or residency in Orthopedic Medicine, ORMinimum of 2 years of full-time experiencewithin the last 3 years as an Orthopedic PA.Certification:
  • Certified by the
  • National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) .Basic Life Support (BLS)required.
Licensure: Hold acurrent, full, active, and unrestricted licenseto practice as a PA inany U.S. state or territory(including D.C., Puerto Rico, Guam, or the U.S. Virgin Islands).Immunization Requirements (Must be current or able to obtain):Hepatitis B (series and titer) Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis)MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)TB (Tuberculosis) testCOVID-19 vaccine (if applicable)
Key Responsibilities: As a Physician Assistant in the Orthopedic Department, your role includes but is not limited to: Provide comprehensivemusculoskeletal care, including: Evaluation and treatment of sprains, strains, contusions, back/neck pain, sports injuries, rheumatic diseases, and chronic pain. Management of neuromuscular and peripheral nervous system disorders. Injury rehabilitation and functional capacity assessments. Assist inpre-, intra-, and post-operative orthopedic procedures, such as: Physical assessments, surgical prep, instrumentation setup, first/second assist during procedures. Wound care, dressing changes, splint/cast changes, and suture removal. Participate in daily rounds, review diagnostic results, write progress notes, and prepare discharge summaries. Admit, transfer, and discharge patients (orders to be reviewed by a supervising physician).Respond to pages/calls from the ER, clinics, and fleet regarding musculoskeletal issues. Review and respond to consults via the computerized referral system.
About Us: AtUSGP, we are deeply committed to serving veterans and their families. We believe in fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where our healthcare professionals are empowered to grow both personally and professionally. Working at a federal facility offers a unique opportunity to expand your clinical expertise while giving back to those who have served our nation.
Job Type: Full-time 401(k)
Health insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Vision insurance
Education: Bachelor's (Required)
Experience: Orthopedics: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification: BLS Certification (Required) Physician Assistant License (Required)PA-C (Required) Ability to Commute:
  • Portsmouth, VA 23708 (Required)
  • Ability to Relocate:
  • Portsmouth, VA 23708: Relocate before starting work (Required)
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Level

SeniorL5

Salary

$63.00/hour

Location

Portsmouth, VA

Occupation

Physician Assistants

Industry

Offices of Physicians

Posted

yesterday

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