PA Podiatry Job Listing at CRMC in Crosby, MN (Job ID 116735)

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

• An exempt position responsible for providing orthopedic care services including assessing, diagnosing, prescribing, treating, and educating patients. Works closely with physicians and other clinicians in a team approach to patient care. Specializes in Foot and Ankle Care. Role includes a combination of clinic and operating room time during the week.

• Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree and successful completion of accredited physician assistant program or advanced practitioner training and certification as a practitioner (general or specialized) from an approved nurse practitioner program. Four years of healthcare experience prior to applying to PA program, plus one year of experience as PA, preferably in a clinic and/or surgical setting.

• License/Certificates:

• National certification from the National Commission on Certification of PA's (NCCPA). State PA license required or State Nurse Practitioner License. Current DEA certificate. Current American Heart Association approved BLS certification.

• Special Skills and Aptitudes:

• Adjusts to stressful situations with confidence and good judgment

• Must possess strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

• Effective interpersonal relationship skills including good listening and communication skills

• Knowledge of and the ability to apply the principles of administration in the changing healthcare environment

• Ability to handle confidential information discreetly and appropriately

• Ability to handle/operate medical instruments required for physical exams, surgical procedures and computer hardware/software.

• Evaluate patients in an orthopedic setting

• Obtain and record health histories

• Perform physical and development assessments

• Order appropriate diagnostic tests and labs

• Diagnose and treat health conditions related to chronic and acute pain

• Manage the health care of those patients for which they have been educated to provide health teaching and counseling

• Works closely with Foot and Ankle Surgeons, supervising surgeon and other Foot and Ankle PA's/NP's.

• Initiate referrals as appropriate consulting with supervising physician

• Complete all documentation timely, efficiently and in its entirety

• Maintain health record and document all items required for Meaningful Use

• Accurately complete all patient notes within 48 hours

• Address and complete all patient tasks daily

• Assist supervising provider with completion of their tasks and assist with paperwork and forms as directed by the physician

• Return patient calls as needed