Physician Assistant/ Nurse Practitioner

Division/Department:

OrthoNY/Clinical

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Location: *

Albany

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Job Title: *

Physician Assistant/ Nurse Practitioner

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Reports to: *

Chief Operating Officer

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Grade: *

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Type of position: *

Full Time

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FLSA Status*

Exempt

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION*

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OrthoNY has Full-Time Physician Assistant openings in all regions. *This position is responsible for examining patients, diagnosing injuries and providing treatment under the supervision and direction of an pain management physician.

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RESPONSIBILITIES*

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Triage new, follow up and emergency patients, formulate treatment plans based on diagnosis and confer with supervising physician as needed, do pre-procedure H&Ps and complete dictation for file;

• Order and review diagnostic tests (i.e.; labs, X-rays);
• Order, prescribe, dispense and administer medication, orthotics and other as applicable;
• Procedures such as injections, if applicable;
• Answer patient questions regarding post-op care, medications and support staff questions to work as a team;
• Completion of all dictation within 24 hours of seeing a patient in the office setting.
• Carry out other duties and responsibilities as needed/assigned

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QUALIFICATIONS*

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Advanced degree with state licensure required;

• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. 1 to 3 years of experience preferred;
• Orthopedic experience preferred;
• Proficiency with computers and computer systems, specifically electronic medical records systems, is required;
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

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OTHER INFORMATION*

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This is an “in office” position in a safe work environment (COVID safety protocols in effect);

• This is an exempt position and may require more than 40 hours/week;
• This position requires travel between office;
• Positions are available in Albany, Schenectady and Clifton Park.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $105,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year