Job Abstract

Cedars-Sinai Kerlan-Jobe Institute is a world leader in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of sports-related injuries and illnesses. As the sports division of the #1 in California and #3 nationally ranked Cedars-Sinai Department of Orthopaedics, as surveyed by U.S. News & World Report, the institute provides comprehensive care for a broad range of orthopaedic conditions for all stages of life. Institute physicians have pioneered advanced surgical methods and procedures to enhance treatment, rehabilitation, and recovery and for over more than half a century, the institute has become an internationally recognized center for research and education in sports medicine. We are seeking a Physician Assistant who will provide health care services to patients under direction and responsibility of Physician 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 of two (2) Ortho/Spine Physicians, you will conduct patient assessments, order, or directly provide treatments, and provide patient education and support.
• Provides post-op follow-ups as needed.
• First assist in the O/R 4 days per week. Will support one physician per day.
• 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 10% Clinic (1 - 1 1/2 days) and 90% Operating Room (OR) - 4 days/week.

Note: On occasion, there may be in-patient rounding  for one (1) of the physicians at our main Medical Center as well as our Marina Del Rey Hospital.

                             ***This is NOT a full-service in-patient services position. It is simply post-op management of patients***

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., orthopaedics or sports medicine, general surgery, reconstructive surgery, or other surgical specialties.