Physician Assistant

Job DetailsJob Location: Carmel, IN 46032Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: DayOrganization Overview

Forté Sports Medicine and Orthopedics is consistently recognized as a leader in the field of sports medicine and orthopedics within the midwest. Forté has been providing exceptional care to athletes and active people of all ages for over 40 years and pride ourselves in how we deliver that care.

 

We are a destination employment location for dedicated health care workers who are looking to advance their careers in their chosen profession. If you are seeking a setting that not only allows, but fosters professional growth and development while working with a team of outstanding, committed and like-minded leaders in this niche’ of health care, then you should consider Forté Sports Medicine - “The best place to get care AND the best place to give care!” 

 

Job Summary

The Physician Assistant (PA) assists high volume orthopedic surgeons with surgical and/or clinical responsibilities. The PA may perform duties as first assist in the OR under the direction of our Orthopedic Surgeons but will be primarily clinic based.

 

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.


Obtains, compiles, and records patient medical data, health history, progress notes, and results of the examination
Instructs and counsels patients about the prescribed therapeutic regimens
Assists Orthopedic Surgeon during surgery or complicated medical procedures


Competencies (Knowledge/Skills/Abilities)


a strong desire to practice patient-centered medicine
an eagerness to work with team members
a high degree of initiative, discretion and judgment
an ability to multitask and effectively manage competing demands
an overall commitment to excellence.


 Work environment


Typical professional medical clinic environment
Ambulatory Surgery Center


Physical demands


Must be able to lift at least 50+ lbs.
Moving patients, lifting and helping patients with needs, lifting and moving heavy x-ray equipment, transporting patients
Frequently on your feet standing and walking


Travel required


Carmel, Indiana


Preferred education and experience


NCCPA Certification
Valid license with state of Indiana 
Familiarity with EMR systems, NextGen experience helpful but not required 


Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

 

Forté Sports Medicine and Orthopedics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug free workplace
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