Job Description
Physician Assistant -Orthopedic Surgery
Location: Flushing, NY
Position Type: Full-Time | Long-Term Contract
Pay Rate: $85-90/hour
Shift: 6: 00 AM -7: 00 PM
ROTATING WEEKENDS.
Position Overview
A busy and well-established orthopedic practice in Flushing, NY is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant (PA) for a long-term contract opportunity. This role offers competitive compensation, hands-on surgical experience, and the opportunity to work closely with a collaborative orthopedic team.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in orthopedic surgical procedures
- Perform diagnostic ultrasounds and ultrasound-guided injections
- Conduct joint aspirations and injections
- Complete initial and follow-up patient evaluations
- Participate in morning rounds
- Apply casts and splints
- Order and interpret X-rays, MRIs, and CT scans
- Write post-operative orders and dictate discharge summaries
- Order and monitor physical and occupational therapy services
- Close wounds and assist with post-operative care
- Document patient encounters in the EMR (EPIC preferred)
- Educate patients and families on treatment plans
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
- Active New York State Physician Assistant license (required)
- 1-2 years of orthopedic surgery experience preferred
- Experience with EPIC or another EMR system
- Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds
- Bilingual candidates are a plus
- Excellent communication skills with a collaborative, team-oriented approach
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Meet Your Recruiter
Naife Salomon