Physician Assistant Per Diem - Warwick, RI

Ortho Rhode Island has an excellent opportunity for a per diem Physician Assistant to join its Ortho RI Express team. The Physician Assistant will provide care at the Warwick location.

Summary: The provider will assess and treat urgent musculoskeletal injuries in an orthopedic urgent care setting.

• Performs and documents history and physicals of walk-in patients
• Evaluates and treats injuries including sprains, strains, fractures, wound care and post op problems
• Performs in-office procedures such as cast/splint placements, wound care and managing infection
• Orders X-rays and other diagnostic tests as needed
• Consistently and accurately documents all calls, treatments, medications, etc. in patient chart
• Instructs and counsels patients regarding diagnosis and follow up steps
• Responds to all patient questions
• Assists physicians in addressing urgent patient needs as necessary
• Maintains clinical information with additions/corrections as needed
• Consults with an orthopedic surgeon as needed
• Performs other duties/projects as assigned

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