Physician Assistant - Virtua Reconstructive Orthopedics

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason – to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between – we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community.

If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.

In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations , we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program , telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location

200 Bowman Drive

Remote Type

On-Site

Employment Type

Employee

Employment Classification

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Work Shift

1st Shift (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours

40 Additional Locations

Job Information

About the Role

Virtua Reconstructive Orthopedics is looking for an experienced Physician Assistant to join their patient focused orthopedic practice. This position will float to all Virtua Reconstructive Orthopedics office locations.

Position Responsibilities

• -Obtains a relevant and complete social, medical and orthopedic history.
• -Performs an appropriate physical examination with strong knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• -Appropriately selects diagnostic tests.
• -Accurately interprets test results including labs, X-rays, and complete documentation.
• -Synthesizes information accurately from PE, test results, written forms, EMR and patient verbal report.
• -Integrates the patient’s PMHx and PSHx into decision making regarding orthopedic treatments.
• -Appropriately orders pharmaceuticals (antibiotics, anticoagulants, pain management), braces, therapies, weight-bearing status.
• -Provides quality patient education: timely and thorough during office visit and callbacks.
• -Provides health education aimed at preventing problems or maintaining health.
• -Appropriately sizes, applies & removes casts/splints/braces.
• -Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including but not limited to joint/tendon/bursa injections.
• -Conducts hospital rounds and consults for hospital patients including evaluation, formulation of treatment plan, and completes all necessary documentation.
• -Maintains sterile technique and safety standards.
• -Performs all duties related to surgical first assisting.

Qualifications

• -Graduation from accredited Physician Assistant program.
• -NCCPA Certification and Physician Assistant license issued by the State of New Jersey
• -BLS Certification
• -Valid Driver’s License

Compensation

In compliance with New Jersey pay transparency laws, all physician assistant roles include a posted minimum base salary. The minimum base salary for this position is $131,250.00 per year. Final compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience, qualifications, and prevailing market factors.

Our Culture

At Virtua, we embrace the Culture of We, where our community is our family. We believe every interaction is an opportunity to build relationships and loyalty by listening to our patients, anticipating their care needs, collaborating with care partners in our region, and engaging with our community.

Virtua Medical Group treats patients of all ages with an emphasis on providing an outstanding patient experience. Conveniently located throughout four counties in Southern New Jersey, VMG offers internal medicine, primary care, urgent care, and many medical and surgical specialties. Clinicians are supported by the vast network of Virtua facilities, offering advanced diagnostic testing, outpatient surgery, physical therapy, and health and wellness centers. Hospitalization and nursing home care are also part of the care continuum. Virtua Medical Group clinicians provide the care patients need, when and where they need it.

Interested in joining our team?

Submit your CV through this posting or email it directly to vmgrecruiting@virtua.org .

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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