Physician Assistant - Orthopedics jobs in West Palm Beach, FL

Busy Orthopedic practice dedicated to individualized treatment for relief of pain associated with auto accidents, slip and falls, work injuries, sport injuries and other orthopedic conditions is seeking an outgoing candidate with personal injury experience to work as a responsible Physician Assistant to support the doctors’ work and actively facilitate patients’ recovery. You will apply medical techniques and principles under the direction of a physician, and you will deal with a diverse set of patients offering them care and encouragement.

Must be able to travel to multiple clinics.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ health and their demands and aim to fulfill them as well as possible
• Issue appropriate prescriptions and administer medicine
• Inform physicians about any problems or discrepancies that might arise
• Acquire and review patient histories identifying abnormal conditions
• Monitor patients’ progress and keep records of treatments, surgeries, or other medical events
• Address emergencies
• Prepare patients for examinations and conduct routine procedures (measure blood pressure and temperature, administer injections etc.)
• Provide therapeutic treatments (disinfecting wounds, stitching etc.)
• Cultivate a climate of trust and compassion for the patients
• Comply strictly with medical care regulations and safety standards
• Collaborate effectively with team members of various specializations

Skills

• Proven work experience as a physician assistant or nurse
• Knowledge of medical guidelines and procedures regarding examination, therapy, and recovery
• Familiarity with advancements in medical technology and current knowledge
• Critical thinking skills and ability to multi-task
• Caring and compassionate
• Collaborator with effective communication skills
• BSc/MA in Physician Assistant Studies, Health Science or Medical Science