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Job Summary The Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed provider responsible for the assessment and management of various patient populations, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, developing appropriate plans of care, and ongoing evaluation. The PA may also precept a small group of learners. Responsibilities Providing care to patients in the outpatient clinic setting of the Newton‑Wellesley Hospital Sports Medicine Department. Obtaining and documenting comprehensive orthopedic histories and physical examinations for new, established, and post‑operative patients. Determining and implementing appropriate treatment plans. Acting as First Assist in the Operating Room. Reviewing patient care management issues with the Medical Director and Lead PA. Consulting with appropriate resources as needed. Ordering and interpreting appropriate imaging studies. Coordinating follow‑up care with Orthopedic Surgeons. Performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including wound care/debridement, suturing/suture removal, splint/brace or cast application and/or removal, joint aspiration, and injections of steroid and anesthetic agents. Writing patient orders in accordance with Medical Staff Policies. Handling in‑basket documentation in a timely manner. Providing first‑level response to acute patient complications and emergencies, and initiating appropriate measures. Accepting responsibility and accountability for delivering patient care. Collaborating and communicating effectively, establishing good rapport with all levels of personnel. Attending orthopedic grand rounds each week. Participating in the quality improvement/quality assurance process. Participating in monthly PA meetings. Essential Functions Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient population in ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural settings. Performs complete histories and physical examinations. Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests. Develops appropriate plans of care and follow‑up based on outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings. Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures. Consistently provides high‑quality and timely documentation, including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes, and discharge summaries. Performs bedside procedures as appropriate to the patient population. Qualifications Education Master’s Degree Physician Assistant required. Experience Experience as a licensed Physician Assistant preferred. Licenses and Credentials Physician Assistant [State License] – Generic – HR Only required. Additional Job Details Remote Type Onsite. Work Location 978‑980 Worcester Street, Wellesley, MA. Scheduled Weekly Hours 40. Employee Type Regular. Pay Range — / —. EEO Statement Newton‑Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)‑282‑7642. Mass General Brigham Competency Framework At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People‑Focused, half Performance‑Focused) and is defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline. #J-18808-Ljbffr Massachusetts General Hospital

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