PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT - ORTHOPEDICS

Description :

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital /

Southern Vermont Health Services Corporation

Job Description

Job Title : Physician Assistant

Job Code : 410

Hours : Mon-Fri 0800 - 1630

FTE : 1.0

FLSA Status : Exempt

Department Name : Orthopedics (6920)

Location : Brattleboro, Vermont

JOB SUMMARY :

The PA practices under the supervising physicians in the BMH Physician Practices to evaluate patients in the office setting and, in some instances, in the nursing homes. The PA treats both acute and chronic problems. The scope of problems encountered by the PA is the same as those dealt with by the supervising physicians in the practices.

DEPT. SCOPE OF SERVICE :

The BMH-owned or managed physician practices provide medical services in various specialties and offices including pediatrics, ob / gyn, cardiology, orthopedics, general surgery, family practice and internal medicine. The practices are staffed by physicians and other licensed providers who are supported by clinical staff (LPNs or medical assistants) and clerical staff (receptionists, transcriptionists, file clerks). Hours vary by practice.

Requirements : QUALIFICATION

EDUCATION :

Certification / degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.

EXPERIENCE / SKILL SETS :

Two years of PA experience in a primary care practice, or a relevant specialty practice preferred.

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION(S) :

Current licensure as a PA-C by the State of Vermont.

Certifications as an adult or family Physician Assistant by a national organization, which is recognized by the Vermont State Board of Medical Practice.

Qualified to be credentialed by the BMH Medical Staff.

Healthcare Provider CPR certification.

DEA license.

OSHA Category I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues require use of techniques of Universal Precautions as evidenced with blood borne pathogens standards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities.

Standing - Up to 1 / 3

Walking - Up to 1 / 3

Sitting - 2 / 3 or more

Talking or Hearing - 2 / 3 or more

Use of hands to finger, handle or feel - Up to 1 / 3

Pushing / Pulling - None

Stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling - None

Reaching with hands and arms - Up to 1 / 3

Tasting or smelling - None

This position requires that weight be lifted, or force be exerted.

Up to 10 pounds - 2 / 3 or more

Up to 25 pounds - 1 / 3 to 1 / 2

Up to 50 pounds - Up to 1 / 3

Up to 100 pounds - None

More than 100 pounds - None

This position has special vision requirements.

Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)

Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position requires exposure to the following environmental conditions.

Wet, humid conditions (non-weather) - None

Work near moving mechanical parts - Up to 1 / 3

Fumes or airborne particles - Up to 1 / 3

Toxic or caustic chemicals - Up to 1 / 3

Outdoor weather conditions - None

Extreme cold (non-weather) - None

Extreme heat (non-weather) - None

Risk of electrical shock - None

Work with explosives - None

Risk of radiation - None

Vibration - None

The typical noise level for the environment is :

Very Quiet

Quiet

Moderate Noise

Loud Noise

Hearing

Ability to hear calls

Ability to hear instructions from physician / department staff / others

EEO / ADA STATEMENT

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and strictly prohibits any type of harassment or discrimination in regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, disability status, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender expression, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and / or local laws.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Brattleboro Memorial Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodations are needed, please contact Human Resources.

Your employment with Brattleboro Memorial Hospital is on an at-will basis, meaning either you or the Company can terminate the employment relationship, at any time, for any or no reason, and with or without cause or notice. As an at-will employee, your employment with Brattleboro Memorial Hospital is not guaranteed for any length of time.

I understand the description of this job and the essential functions, as given above. I also understand that not all of the duties are described above, and that I will perform those above and other related duties as directed by my supervisor and management. I further understand that employment is at-will, and that either I or my employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time.

Compensation Disclosure in Accordance with Vermont Act 155

In compliance with Vermont Act 155, Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides the compensation range for this position in good faith. The listed range represents the pay scale reasonably expected for a successful candidate based on factors such as relevant experience, education, internal equity, and market competitiveness. Final compensation will be determined during the hiring process.

Range :

$106,808.00 to $122,699.00 Annually