Orthopedic Trauma APP

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Additional Job Description :

Manages orthopedic trauma patients in collaboration with the orthopedic trauma surgeon(s). The position includes direct clinical management through utilization of approved protocols and procedures as well as appropriate medical consultation. Collaborates closely with Orthopedic surgeons and other members of the trauma service to evaluate new trauma patients in the Emergency Room, to provide direction to hospital personnel regarding patient management issues, and to manage inpatient orthopedic fracture patients.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND / OR LICENSURE :

1. Completion of a Physician Assistant bachelor’s or master’s degree program from an accredited college or university.

2. Completion of a Physician Assistant national certification program.

3. Current West Virginia Physician Assistant License required.

4. Exhibits evidence of comprehensive assessment skills, expert clinical skills, and problem-solving abilities, and commit to a multi-disciplinary team approach to patient care.

5. Must hold a valid controlled substance registration with both the WV Board of Pharmacy and the DEA and must have past surgical and / or critical care experience of at least 1 year in a hospital-based setting. The controlled substance registration must be current when submitting for a DEA license.

EXPERIENCE :

1. One or more years Physician Assistant experience required. Experience must include past surgical and / or critical care experience of at least 1 year in a hospital-based setting.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND / OR LICENSURE :

EXPERIENCE :

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Performs physical examinations, compiles medical data, and records medical history and implements a treatment plan for new and established patients

2. Performs Emergency Department and inpatient consultations.

3. Coordinates logistics with OR Rounds on inpatient trauma patients.

4. Orders appropriate diagnostic studies when indicated.

5. Instructs patients and families regarding treatment plans and medications.

6. Consults with physician when warranted to assess patient condition and treatment.

7. Ensures that medical charts and administrative paperwork are completed in a timely manner

8. Provides monitoring and continuity of care upon discharge.

9. Provides follow-up care to patients according to practice guidelines

10. Supports the patient and family by explaining the procedure experience with specific instructions to the patient and family regarding their responsibilities in the outpatient process.

11. Performs within guidelines of specific privileges approved by the governing body and delegated by the collaborating physician.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. May be scheduled to work various shifts based on departmental and patient needs.

2. May be required to travel between facilities / buildings.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

1. Knowledge and experience with medical terminology.

2. Must be able to make sound decisions.

3. Ability to appropriately organize and prioritize work assignments.

4. Ability to perform a variety of work assignments in an accurate manner, works independently, and demonstrates good communications skill.

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40

Shift :

Exempt / Non-Exempt :

United States of America (Exempt)

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

Betsy J. Gambino, MSN, RN

Director of Provider Recruitment & Engagement

Medical Staff Office

304-264-1246

301-491-2281 (cell)

304-264-1340 (fax)

betsy.gambino@wvumedicine.org