PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT-Total Joints

Orthopedic Physician Assistant-Total Joints

About Coastal Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

Since 1973, Coastal Orthopedics & Sports Medicine has provided comprehensive orthopedics, sports medicine, physical therapy and pain management services to the residents of Manatee and Sarasota Counties.

Culture:

Coastal Orthopedics & Sports Medicine’s mission is to improve the quality of life of our patients, their families and the communities in which we service while fostering a culture of excellence in all aspects of our professions. Our culture is one of excellence, teamwork and innovation and FUN!

COASTAL PRIDE: Be proud of what you do. We make a difference in people’s lives!

Summary of Position

Physician Assistant practices medicine under the supervision of a physician/surgeon within their scope of practice and in accordance with Florida Laws and specific privileges granted by any hospital that has issued such privileges. This individual will work closely with Physician and staff to perform required clinical duties. In addition, this individual works closely with surgeons in the operating room during a surgical procedure.

• Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and implement a plan of care
• Order, interpret and provide follow up on diagnostic studies
• First assist the surgeon in the operating room
• Provide medical care in accordance with accepted practice standards
• Provide patient and family education and instructions before/after procedures
• Perform rounds on hospital inpatients
• On call responsibility

Qualifications:

• Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant program
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• Benefits:
• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• Company paid and supplemental life insurance
• Paid Time Off—STARTS TO ACCRUE FROM DAY 1
• Paid Holidays—PAYABLE AS OF DAY 1
• 401(K) with company contribution

Coastal Orthopedics is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, Veteran or disability status.