Job Description

Willis Knighton Health and Bossier Orthopedic & Sports Medicine are seeking a motivated Physician Assistant to join the team. This Physician Assistant will have both clinic and hospital responsibilities.

• Diagnosis and Treatment:
  Ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests (e.g., X-rays, MRIs), developing treatment plans, and prescribing medications and physical therapy.

• Surgical Assistance:
  Assisting orthopedic surgeons during surgical procedures, including first assisting and performing delegated surgical tasks.

• Procedures:
  Performing procedures such as wound care, cast application/removal, and administering injections.

• Post-operative Care:
  Providing pre-operative and post-operative care and education to patients.

• Documentation:
  Documenting patient information, treatment plans, and progress in electronic medical records.

• Collaboration:
  Collaborating with orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals.

• Patient Education:
  Educating patients and their families about orthopedic conditions, treatment plans, and preventative care.

• Call Duties:
  Expected to take call and respond to urgent patient needs, including providing support to nurses regarding postoperative patients.

• Patient Evaluation:
  Taking medical histories, performing physical examinations, and assessing patients with musculoskeletal issues.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Clinical Expertise:
  Demonstrating a strong understanding of orthopedic principles and procedures.

• Communication Skills:
  Communicating effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.

• Problem-Solving:
  Utilizing strong problem-solving abilities to manage patient care in various situations.

• Continuous Learning:
  Participating in continuing education and professional development activities to stay current with orthopedic advancements.

• Teamwork:
  Working effectively within a team-based approach to healthcare.

Willis Knighton Health offers an excellent full-time Physician Assistant employee benefit package, which includes the following:

• Competitive Compensation
• Eligibility for Incentive Compensation
• Professional Development Allowance
• Personal time Off
• 8 Holidays
• Employee Life Insurance - This benefit is provided at "no cost" to employee
• Dependent Life Insurance - This benefit is provided at "no cost" to employee
• AD&D - This benefit is provided at "no cost" to employee
• Long-term Disability - This benefit is provided at "no cost" to employee
• Short-term Disability - This benefit is provided at "no cost" to employee
• Retirement Plan - Defined Benefit Plan 100% Funded by Willis-Knighton
• 403-B "Tax-Sheltered Annuity"
• Health Coverage - HealthPlus of Louisiana
• Dental Coverage
• Supplemental Income Coverage
• Health Care Spending Account (HCSA)
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Program
• Flexible Benefit Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Willis Knighton Federal Credit Union
• And much more

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Extra income, Flexible hours,

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