Provides Orthopedic Trauma Surgery care to patients acting as an assistant to physicians in the clinic following established standards and practices with minimal supervision. Physician Assistant will be responsible in partnering with Trauma Surgeons in the triage and evaluation of patients in the hospital and in the clinic. In the hospital, ordering of diagnostic imaging, medications, and posting for surgery is expected while on call. In the clinic, physician assistant will perform evaluations, co-plan with treatment plans, and carryout appropriate plan.
Job Requirements: 6 days of 24 hour call per month with Attending Physician and 3 days of clinic
Job Details: Duration Fulltime, No required travel except to and from work
MIN Education: is a BA/BS/Undergraduate with appropriate certifications.
Minimal experience is ok but Orthopedic experience is preferred
Salary: $140K base + Call Pay, experience is considered
Workplace type: On-site Location: Covenant Hospital Lubbock Tx 79410
Contact: Cindy Hodges email: ckhodges@covhs.org, phone 806-239-4756, office 806-725-5411, please call for more information.
Applications: send resume to contact or directly apply here
Preferred Qualifications:
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Covenant Medical Group is the largest medical group in the West Texas and Eastern New Mexico region. Headquartered in Lubbock, Texas, Covenant Medical Group serves a population of 1.2 million people, employing more than 260 providers in approximately 30 specialties. Covenant Medical Group providers understand that a trusted health care partnership between patients and providers is crucial and involve patients in the decisions that impact their health and wellness.
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