Job Summary

The Orthopaedic Spine Surgery team is looking for an advanced practice to join their team in Lewistown, Pennsylvania! ​​In collaboration with the physician, provides care to new or established patients. Demonstrates autonomy through patient evaluation, assessment, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up care. Orders testing as deemed necessary and remains proficient in interpreting results and prescribing appropriate medication and therapeutic regimen within the scope of practice of the physician assistant. These roles, undertaken in cooperation with nursing, staff physicians and other department staff, may include triage, telephone communication and patient education.
Job Duties


+ Assesses and establishes a presumptive diagnosis and implements treatment plans for their patient population.

+ Makes accurate and complete entries into the electronic medical record; orders and interprets diagnostic testing and consults as appropriate and prescribe...