In-Patient Physician Associate

Description:

Basic Function

This role is essential in delivering high-quality patient care within an inpatient setting, focusing on acute orthopedic conditions at Legacy Emanuel Hospital, a Level I Trauma Facility.

Duties

• Conduct comprehensive physical examinations and diagnostic evaluations of patients with orthopedic conditions.
• Monitor and assess vital signs/inpatient labs/imaging studies, ensuring timely interventions as necessary.
• Manage acute pain for patients post-surgery and during hospitalization, utilizing evidence-based practices.
• Perform necessary procedures related to patient care.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Participate in utilization management activities to ensure appropriate resource use and patient care efficiency.
• Provide education to patients and families regarding treatment options, recovery processes, and rehabilitation strategies where applicable.
• Document all patient interactions/procedures accurately in electronic health records, maintaining compliance with healthcare and hospital regulations.

Day Shift Responsibilities

This is a 12-hour shift onsite at Legacy Emanuel Hospital. 7am - 7pm.

• Round on all active orthopedic patient's as provided by each of the surgical teams.
• Maintain the group's EPIC active inpatient lists to ensure organization and adequate follow up for all patients/consults.
• Answer pages/EPIC secure chat messages from providers/bedside RN's/healthcare teams regarding orthopedic patients, and input appropriate care orders as needed.
• Provide in person consultation for orthopedic consults from the Emergency Department, Trauma service, and Inpatient teams.
• Respond to the hospital within 20 minutes for any time critical consults.
• Complete admission orders, discharge orders, medication reconciliation, and specialist consultation as appropriate.
• Perform orthopedic procedures as applicable to include but not limited to; reduction, splinting, femoral/tibial traction pins, incision and drainage, laceration repair.
• In a timely manner, follow-up on night shift consults handed off to the day team.
• Assisting in the operating room with orthopedic on call attending as needed for urgent/emergent cases.
• Prepare hand-off list for night shift.
• Complete notes and provide fee tickets for all billable services rendered.

Night Shift Responsibilities

This is a 12-hour shift onsite at Legacy Emanuel Hospital. 7pm - 7am.

• Answer pages/EPIC secure chat messages from providers/bedside RN's/healthcare teams regarding orthopedic patients, and input appropriate care orders as needed.
• Maintain the group's EPIC patient lists to ensure organization and adequate follow up for all patients/consults.
• Provide in person consultation for orthopedic consults from the Emergency Department, Trauma service, and Inpatient teams.
• Respond to the hospital within 20 minutes for any time critical consults.
• Complete admission orders, discharge orders, medication reconciliation, and specialist consultation as appropriate.
• Perform orthopedic procedures as applicable to include but not limited to; reduction, splinting, traction, incision and drainage, laceration repair.
• Assisting in the operating room with orthopedic on call attending as needed for urgent/emergent cases.
• Prepare hand-off list for day shift/surgical teams.
• Complete notes and provide fee tickets for all billable services rendered.

Requirements:

• Current licensure as a Physician Assistant/Associate in the state of Oregon.
• Experience in orthopedics or a surgical field is preferred.
• Proficiency in performing physical examinations and diagnostic evaluations.
• Familiarity with acute pain management strategies and techniques.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Commitment to providing compassionate patient-centered care.
• Experience with EPIC is preferred.