Physician Assistant Per Diem - Warwick, RI

Overview: Salary Range $85.00 - $85.00 Hourly Level Experienced Position Type Per Diem Job Shift Day Education Level Masters Travel Percentage None Category Health Care

Description: Ortho Rhode Island has an excellent opportunity for a per diem Physician Assistant to join its Ortho RI Express team. The Physician Assistant will provide care at the Warwick location.

Summary: The provider will assess and treat urgent musculoskeletal injuries in an orthopedic urgent care setting. Performs and documents history and physicals of walk-in patients Evaluates and treats injuries including sprains, strains, fractures, wound care and post op problems Performs in-office procedures such as cast/splint placements, wound care and managing infection Orders X-rays and other diagnostic tests as needed Consistently and accurately documents all calls, treatments, medications, etc. in patient chart Instructs and counsels patients regarding diagnosis and follow up steps Responds to all patient questions Assists physicians in addressing urgent patient needs as necessary Maintains clinical information with additions/corrections as needed Consults with an orthopedic surgeon as needed Performs other duties/projects as assigned QualificationsRequirements: NCCPA Certified Rhode Island PA license DEA Minimum of one-year orthopedic or emergency room experience preferred Strong interpersonal and customer service skills