Surgical Physician Assistant - Orthopedics (Shoulder/Sports Medicine/General) - Full-Time - Torrance Job at Cedars-Sinai, Torrance, CA

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  • Cedars-Sinai
  • Torrance, CA

Job Description

**Job Description** Ranked #1 in California* and on the "Best Hospitals" Honor Roll for eight years in a row, we are a national leader in providing high-quality, patient-centered healthcare that encompasses primary care as well as specialized medicine and conducting research that leads to lifesaving discoveries and innovations. Cedars-Sinai is one of the largest non-profit medical centers in the U.S., with more than 2,993 physicians, 4,700 nurses and thousands of other healthcare professionals and staff. Cedars-Sinai Health System includes Cedars-Sinai Medical Center (our flagship hospital), the Academic Enterprise, Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital, our ambulatory diagnostic and treatment centers, and our Medical Network. A true leader aims to inspire and at Cedars-Sinai Medical Care Foundation, that's exactly what our nurse leaders do. They have a strong combination of clinical skills, management abilities and integrity, and as a result, they play an indispensable role in the success of our organization. We embrace a culture of passion and dedication at Cedars-Sinai Medical Care Foundation. Now we invite you to join us from working with a team of exceptional healthcare professionals, and you'll have everything you need to do something incredible for yourself, and for others. Our Coastal Orthopedic Group is a leader in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of orthopedic and sports-related injuries and illnesses. We are seeking an experienced Surgical Physician Assistant who will provide health care services to patients under direction and responsibility of two physicians by performing the following duties: **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** : + Examines patient, performs comprehensive physical examination, and complies patient medical data including health history and results of physical examination. + Under the direction two physicians who specialize in orthopedic shoulder, sports medicine and general orthopedics, you will conduct pre-op and post-op patient assessments, including treatment plans, follow up care and discharges of patients as well as provide patient education and support. + First assist in the Operating Room (OR) on a variety of subspecialty cases including, suture skills equal to that of the surgeon, knowledge of anatomy of all cases, knowledge of latest surgical techniques and ability to contribute intelligent input into the surgical procedures. + Work under protocol to develop an effective, safe, and patient-centered treatment plan + Provide timely and complete clinical documentation in the EHR following patient visits or telephone calls. + Maintain ongoing communication with the physician regarding assigned patients and provide timely notification of changes in patient status. + Maintain ongoing communication with other members of the care team through written documentation, telephone or in-person conversation. + Ensure timely access of patient appointments. + This position is about 20% Clinic (2 days/week) and 80% Operating Room (OR) - up to 3 days/week. ***This is a 5/8's work schedule Monday through Friday **Qualifications** **Educational Requirements:** + Master of Science Degree in Physician Assistant studies **License/Certification requirements:** + National Certification as a Physician Assistant + BLS and ACLS Certification required + Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certification required **Experience:** + Minimum one (1) year Physician Assistant experience in a relevant clinical area preferred, e.g., orthopedics or sports medicine, general surgery, reconstructive surgery, or other surgical specialties. **Req ID** : 8244 **Working Title** : Surgical Physician Assistant - Orthopedics (Shoulder/Sports Medicine/General) - Full-Time - Torrance **Department** : Ortho - Coastal **Business Entity** : Cedars-Sinai Medical Care Foundation **Job Category** : Clinical Operations **Job Specialty** : Advanced Practice (PA) **Overtime Status** : EXEMPT **Primary Shift** : Day **Shift Duration** : 8 hour **Base Pay** : $65.10 - $104.16 Cedars-Sinai is an EEO employer. Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law.

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Full time, Shift work, 2 days per week, 3 days per week, Monday to Friday,

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