PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT - Orthopedics

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital /

Southern Vermont Health Services Corporation

Job Description

• Job Title: PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT - ORTHOPEDICS
• Job Code: 410
• Hours: Monday - Friday 8am-5pm (may vary)

FTE: 1.0

• Weekend Schedule: N/A
• Holiday Schedule: N/A
• Call Schedule: 1:4 (varies)

FLSA Status: Department Name: Orthopedics

Location: Brattleboro, Vermont

Job Summary

The Orthopedic Physician Assistant (PA) assists the Orthopedic surgeons in diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal conditions. The PA will practice under a supervising physician with responsibilities to include conducting patient evaluations, formulating treatment plans, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, assisting in surgeries, providing patient education, and managing post-operative care. They may also perform procedures like joint injections.

Requirements

Qualifications

Education

Certification/degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.

Experience/Skill SETS

Two years of PA experience in a primary care practice, or a relevant specialty practice preferred.

Licensure/Certification(S)

• Current licensure as a PA-C by the State of Vermont.
• Certifications as an adult or family Physician Assistant by a national organization, which is recognized by the Vermont State Board of Medical Practice.
• Qualified to be credentialed by the BMH Medical Staff.
• Healthcare Provider CPR certification.
• DEA license.

OSHA Category I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues require use of techniques of Universal Precautions as evidenced with blood borne pathogens standards.

Physical Demands

• On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities.
• Standing - Up to 1/3
• Walking - Up to 1/3
• Sitting - 2/3 or more
• Talking or Hearing - 2/3 or more
• Use of hands to finger, handle or feel - Up to 1/3
• Pushing/Pulling - None
• Stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling - None
• Reaching with hands and arms - Up to 1/3

Tasting or Smelling - None

• This position requires that weight be lifted, or force be exerted.
• Up to 10 pounds - 2/3 or more
• Up to 25 pounds - 1/3 to 1/2
• Up to 50 pounds - Up to 1/3
• Up to 100 pounds - None
• More than 100 pounds - None
• This position has special vision requirements.
• Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
• Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
• Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

Work Environment

• This position requires exposure to the following environmental conditions.
• Wet, humid conditions (non-weather) - None
• Work near moving mechanical parts - Up to 1/3
• Fumes or airborne particles - Up to 1/3
• Toxic or caustic chemicals - Up to 1/3
• Outdoor weather conditions - None
• Extreme cold (non-weather) - None
• Extreme heat (non-weather) - None
• Risk of electrical shock - None
• Work with explosives - None
• Risk of radiation - None
• Vibration - None

The Typical Noise Level for the Environment Is

• Very Quiet
• Quiet
• Moderate Noise
• Loud Noise
• Hearing
• Ability to hear calls
• Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff/others

EEO/ADA Statement

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and strictly prohibits any type of harassment or discrimination in regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, disability status, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender expression, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and/or local laws.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Brattleboro Memorial Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodations are needed, please contact Human Resources.

Your employment with Brattleboro Memorial Hospital is on an at-will basis, meaning either you or the Company can terminate the employment relationship, at any time, for any or no reason, and with or without cause or notice. As an at-will employee, your employment with Brattleboro Memorial Hospital is not guaranteed for any length of time.

I understand the description of this job and the essential functions, as given above. I also understand that not all of the duties are described above, and that I will perform those above and other related duties as directed by my supervisor and management. I further understand that employment is at-will, and that either I or my employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time.

Compensation Disclosure in Accordance with Vermont Act 155

In compliance with Vermont Act 155, Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides the compensation range for this position in good faith. The listed range represents the pay scale reasonably expected for a successful candidate based on factors such as relevant experience, education, internal equity, and market competitiveness. Final compensation will be determined during the hiring process.