**DESCRIPTION**
**Resurgens Orthopaedics** is hiring a full-time _Physician Assistant/ Nurse Practitioner_ based in **Austell, GA** to support **_Dr.Boe_** (hip & knee reconstruction) and **_Dr. Simon_** (general orthopaedics & sports medicine). This unique role offers a mix of clinic, OR and first call responsibilities across the Southwest region, including **Austell, Douglasville, Vinings** and **West Cobb** .
**Clinic Assistance**
+ Perform complete physical exams, pre-operative and post-operative evaluations, and record findings.
+ Order and interpret diagnostic studies (i.e. x-rays, MRIs, CTs and serum/join fluid labs, Dexa Scans, Vascular Doppler)
+ Establish a diagnosis, determine a treatment plan, implement the necessary ancillaries, order additional and selective studies or laboratory evaluations.
+ Consult with specialists and interventional physicians, as predicated by the case’s diagnosis and severity.
+ Assist in reduction of fractures and dislocations.
+ Provide minor office surgical care (i.e. toenail removal, suturing)
+ Apply and remove casts, splints, and immobilizing devices, remove sutures or staples, change dressings, on patients and draw up injections.
+ Administer injections, immunizations, oral medications, aspirations of joints, suture wounds, wound debridement, and other clinic procedures.
+ Prepare written prescription orders for drugs and controlled substances and authorize prescription refills.
+ Assist physicians in the application of specialized orthopedic devices. Fit and measure for braces and orthopedic devices.
+ Instruct patient and personal representatives regarding medications and treatment instructions and provides patient education in the use of crutches, canes, and other orthopedic devices.
+ Assist physicians by recording patient progress notes and transcribe orders.
+ Triage patient telephone calls, answer questions and provide consultation and education to the patient and personal representatives.
+ Provide monitoring and continuity of care.
+ Perform independent evaluations and treatment procedures in emergency situations.
**Hospital Assistance**
+ Obtain complete pre-operative medical history and physical data regarding surgery patients.
+ Acquire proper surgical equipment and hardware needed to perform scheduled surgical procedures.
+ Assist in surgery, which may include first assist, deep and superficial tissue closures, application of appliances and any other action delegated by the surgeon.
+ Conduct hospital rounds, evaluate and clarify clinical conditions, formulate and implement a treatment or therapeutic plan for hospitalized patients.
+ Dictate discharge summaries, histories and physicals.
+ Maintain a log of all surgical procedures, for documentation and billing purposes.
+ Take first call for the physician, which may include: deciding to admit, arrange surgical intervention, schedule emergency surgery, radiologic procedures, write orders, permits, and appraisement of the case to the physician.
+ Make emergency room evaluations and inpatient consultations.
**Administrative Responsibilities**
+ Provide supporting documentation and coding information for all health care services provided.
+ Attend required meetings and participate in committees as requested.
+ Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.
+ Protect patient privacy in compliance with HIPAA Privacy Regulations.
**REQUIREMENTS**
+ Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
+ Current and active licenses and certifications
+ Excellent customer service skills
+ Demonstrated conflict management skills
+ Excellent oral and written communication skills
+ Strong organizational skills with great attention to detail
+ Operating room experience preferred
**Company:** Resurgens Orthopaedics
**Job Type:** Full-time
**Address:** 2041 Mesa Valley Way, Austell, GA, 30106