APP Orthopedic Trauma - Littleton

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Transmits/prescribes prescription orders pursuant to written protocols as authorized. Performs initial and on-going assessments and discharge planning Utilizes skills of observation, inspection,

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AdventHealth Orthopedic Trauma Team in Littleton, CO is searching for a PA to join our hospital-based orthopedic team. This individual will provide post-operative care and general medicine management as well as manage our adult orthopedic population. The position will be both clinical AND function as a surgical assist to the orthopedic surgeon.

Responsibilities

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→Transmits/prescribes prescription orders pursuant to written protocols as authorized.
→Performs initial and on-going assessments and discharge planning
→Utilizes skills of observation, inspection, palpation, percussion and auscultation using diagnostic instruments or laboratory procedures
→Documents patient care findings within established standards utilizing CPOE
→Coordinates care by collaborating with surgeons and others to obtain appropriate services
→Provides an accurate, thorough and timely report of patients' condition to surgeons and multidisciplinary team members.
→Works collaboratively with Utilization Review and Care Management regarding patient's LOS and discharge planning.
→Recognizes life-threatening situations and intervenes correctly with minimal supervision. May be a member of the Rapid Response team.
→Reassesses patients regularly and revises interventions/plan of care as needed
→Counsels' individuals, families and groups about health and illness and promote health maintenance.
→Makes positive contributions to and supports the development and execution of policies/procedures/ standards/protocols.
→Recognizes, develops and implements professional and community education programs related to health care as required.
→May serve on various hospital committees and teams and serves as an internal resource for CMS, TJC and appropriate quality process improvement initiatives.
→Ensures that patient's medical record has appropriate documentation to meet all quality and patient experience indicators.
→Works with interdisciplinary teams to reduce unnecessary readmissions to the hospital.

2-3 years of general orthopedic experience REQUIRED. NO NEW GRADS.
Master's degree and certification from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program
Current Colorado Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner license
Current Basic Life Support - CPR Cert
Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations regarding the delivery and billing of healthcare services
Certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support