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16 May

Full-Time Physician Assistant – Orthopedic – Walnut Creek, California

Muir Orthopaedic Specialists – Posted by dmurphy –  Walnut Creek, California, United States

Job Description

Physician Assistant, Orthopedic 

Muir Orthopaedic Specialists is a premier private orthopedic practice.  We are looking for full-time Physician Assistants to join our busy group.  This PA position will perform delegated functions as appropriate to their “scope of practice” under the direction and supervision of a physician who is a specialist in orthopedic surgery.  In general, this position includes the routine management of chronic and stable medical conditions, medical and surgical procedures, medication management, therapeutic exercises and care planning according to approved standardized procedures.

Essential Functions:  Performs direct and indirect care pre- and post-operatively as well as general orthopedic care.  Performs admission evaluation of new patients, obtains medical history, performing physical exam, reporting into patient’s medical record.  Serves as first assist in performing surgical procedures.  May take call for patients under the supervision of a physician. May perform hospital rounds as required and appropriate.

Basic Qualifications:

One (1) year of previous experience (Orthopedic preferred)

Licensed as a Physician Assistant by the Medical Board of California and the Physician Assistant Examining Committee

Current DEA License

BLS Certification

Must have excellent verbal, written, and computer skills.  Previous EMR experience is a bonus

Muir Orthopaedic Specialists provides excellent benefits package, including:  CEU reimbursement, 401K, generous vacation accrual, health and dental coverage.

How to Apply

Please foward resume and salary requirements to: Donna Murphy, HR Manager,  dmurphy@muirortho.com    

Job Categories: Orthopedic Surgery. Job Types: Full-Time. Job Tags: orthopedic and private practice.

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