Physician Assistant at Pinnacle Orthopaedics & Sports – Marietta, Georgia

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Pinnacle Orthopaedics is seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to support Dr. Kumiga, a specialist in interventional spine treatments and non-operative spine care. This role is well suited for a PA or NP who wants to work in a focused spine practice that prioritizes evidence-based, patient-centered care.

• Perform physical exams, evaluations, and follow-up visits, and document findings.
• Order and interpret diagnostic studies (x-rays, MRIs, CTs, laboratory studies, DEXA, vascular studies).
• Establish diagnoses and develop non-operative treatment plans.
• Coordinate care with interventional physicians and other specialists as needed.
• Assist with conservative musculoskeletal care such as brace fitting and immobilization.
• Perform clinic procedures including injections, aspirations, wound care, and minor in-office treatments within scope.
• Prepare prescriptions and authorize refills.
• Provide patient education on treatment plans, medications, spine health, and use of supportive devices.
• Document patient progress and transcribe provider orders.
• Triage patient calls and provide guidance within scope.
• Support continuity of care across follow-up visits.
• Conduct independent evaluations in urgent situations when necessary.

Note: No surgical assistance included.

• Obtain medical histories and physical assessments for patients requiring interventional spine or other non-operative procedures.
• Conduct hospital rounds related to non-operative spine management and ongoing treatment planning.
• Dictate discharge summaries and clinical documentation as required.
• Perform emergency department and inpatient consultations related to non-operative spine care.
• Maintain accurate logs for documentation and billing.

• Provide accurate documentation and coding for all patient encounters.
• Participate in required meetings and committees when assigned.
• Maintain professional development and required certifications.
• Comply with HIPAA and organizational privacy standards.

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current, active state licensure and applicable certifications.
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal.
• Effective conflict management and clinical decision-making skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Customer service orientation and ability to support a high-volume clinical practice.