Per-Diem Physician Assistant - Express Urgent Care (Weekend Shifts)

Job DetailsJob Location

• EXC
• Amherst
• NY -
• Amherst,
• NY 14226Position
• Type:
• Part
• TimeEducation
• Level:
• Graduate
• DegreeSalary
• Range: $43.27 - $90.00
• HourlyTravel
• Percentage:
• NoneJob
• Shift:
• AnyJob
• Category: Clinical StaffJob Summary Work under a supervising physician in Excelsior Express urgent care. The ideal candidate will be qualified to provide high-quality care to patients with acute musculoskeletal conditions in a fast-paced clinical setting. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with orthopedic surgeons, other advanced practice providers, and clinical support staff to delivery comprehensive orthopedic care. When working in Express, you will benefit from a flexible working schedule covering a combination of Mon-Fri, 8a-9p and Saturday, 9a-6p, resulting in a 3-, 4-, or 5-day custom schedule; full- and part-time opportunities are available.

Duties and Responsibilities

Obtain patients complete medical history and physical data. Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with musculoskeletal injuries and conditions, such as fractures, sprain, strains, and joint injuries. Perform physical examinations and order diagnostic imaging such as x-rays, MRIs, and CT scans, as necessary. Provide patient education, effectively explain the necessity, preparation, nature, and anticipated effects of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Administer treatments including joint injections, reductions, and other minor orthopedic procedures. Prescribe medications--schedule III, IV, and V controlled substances to the extent permitted by licensing and administer prescribed medications as directed; develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians. Work closely with clinical support: LPN to handle rooming patient, starting the note, supporting the provider by handling injection draws and/or support during procedures, and patient discharge. DME Specialist to handle all durable medical equipment needs and answer all insurance-related questions. Scribe to shadow the visit and make chart entries through scribed notes. Attend continuing education courses as requested. Handle other duties as assigned. QualificationsRequirements and Qualifications Graduation from AMA accredited physician assistant program, including national certification as a physician assistant by the NCCPA. Current NYS Physician Assistant License. BS Health Sciences-related. Physical Demands Position requires full range of body motion including ability to position and move patients. The pay range for this position is determined based on several factors, including the candidate’s years of experience, qualifications, training, licenses, designations, and the overall market conditions. This job description does not state or imply that the duties and responsibilities listed are the only ones required of this position. Team members in this role will be required to perform other job-related duties at the discretion of the employer and may have additional duties assigned as necessary. Excelsior Orthopaedics and Buffalo Surgery Center are committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.