Physician Assistant Orthopedics

Brown University Health
Taunton, MA
SUMMARY: Under the general direction of the Orthopedics surgeons at Saint Anne's Hospital, the physician assistant manages patients in Outpatient, Inpatient and operating room settings. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Communicate and coordinate effectively with supervising physician and other health professionalsClearly communicate with patients and their familiesProvide superior customer service to internal and external clients, customers, and patientsIdentify and assess problems while interviewing and examining patientsOrder and interpret lab and imaging studies, prescribe medications, complete paperwork, and formulate treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicianProvide pre and post-operative patient educationActs as surgical first assist for a variety of Neurosurgery and General Surgery procedures, both intracranial and spineManagement of inpatient and outpatient Neurosurgery and General Surgery issues, including perioperative care.Works in a collaborative fashion along with supervising physician to manage post-operative patients in PACU, floor, or ICUCovers some evening phone calls, assists supervising physician with rounds on weekends if needed, and may intermittently cover first call from answering servicePerform Basic and Advanced Life Support measures as necessaryPerform similar and related duties as requested by supervising physicianParticipate in data collection and research as directedReports immediately to supervising physician any deviation of normal operationsParticipates in Hospital Incident Reporting System and other risk management activitiesShall be accountable for abiding by all relevant hospital policies and proceduresDemonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.Commits to recognize and respect cultural diversity for all customers (internal and external).Communicates effectively with internal and external customers with respect of differences in cultures, values, beliefs and ages, utilizing interpreters when needed. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:One year experience in a surgical program preferred.Ability to make sound judgments and problem solveAbility to work independently and take initiative.Excellent Organizational and communication skillsEDUCATION:Graduation from an AMA accredited Physician Assistant Program required.Massachusetts license to practice as a Physician Assistant required. Current BLS and ACLS certification required. Medical Staff office ensures DEA/MA Control substance licensure.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the main duties and responsibilities of this job.The employee may perform or have exposure to the following 75% or moretand / walkUse hands to finger, feel, reach with hands, climb, or balanceStoop, kneel, crouch, or crawlTalk or hearTaste or smellLift up to 10 lbs.Lift up to 25 lbs.Exposure to blood-borne pathogensExposure to flammable, explosive, gasesExposure to toxic or caustic chemicalsExposure to infectious/contagious diseasesThe employee may perform or have exposure to the following 50 - 75%:(Cut/paste from list of options below)The employee may perform or have exposure to the following 25 - 50%:Lift up to 50 lbsExposure to Outdoor Weather ConditionsRisk of Electrical ShockRisk of RadiationExposure to dust or other irritantsExposure to grease or oilsExposure to infections from disease bearing specimensExposure to infectious/contagious diseasesExposure to cleaning agents/chemicalsExposure to hot or noisy equipmentExposure to humid or wet conditions (non-weather)Exposure to a moderateVision Requirements:Close visionDistance visionColor visionPeripheral visionDepth perceptionAbility to adjust focusSafety equipment used while performing this jobafety eye glassesFilter Lens (Welding/Soldering)Ear plugs or mufflersDust MaskFace shieldsSurgical maskGownsGlovesBootsHard HatCoveralls

Pay Range:

$61.30-$77.78

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Morton Hospital - 88 Washington Street Taunton, Massachusetts 02780

Work Type:

PER DIEM

Work Shift:

Variable

Daily Hours:

Per Diem - As required

Driving Required:

No
Posted 2026-02-27

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