Surgical APP - SOS/Crouse Hospital in Syracuse, New York at OrthoNY

Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists (SOS) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Physician Assistant to join our team of orthopedic specialists. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to work with our team in the Operating Room (OR) at Crouse Hospital.

If you are passionate about career growth and eager to learn, this is the perfect role for you. Apply today!

General Description

This role involves assisting in the operating room.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Triage new, follow up and emergency patients, formulate treatment plans based on diagnosis and confer with supervising physician as needed, do pre-procedure H&Ps and complete dictation for file;
• Order and review diagnostic tests (i.e., labs, X-rays);
• Order, prescribe, dispense, and administer medication, orthotics and other as applicable;
• Perform procedures such as injections, aspirations, case/splint applications and removals;
• Answer patient questions regarding post-op care, medications, and support staff questions to work as a team;
• Completion of all dictation within 48 hours of seeing a patient in the office setting.
• Carry out other duties and responsibilities as needed/assigned

Qualifications

• Advanced degree with state licensure required;
• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. 1 to 3 years of experience preferred;
• Orthopedic experience preferred;
• Proficiency with computers and computer systems, specifically electronic medical records systems, is required;
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written