Physician Assistant - Orthopedics Upper Extremities

Description CHRISTUS St. Vincent's growing orthopedic team, is seeking a fulltime APC with 2+ years of experience. This position is clinic based and the provider will provide hand and upper extremity surgery assist, see new, post-op & follow ups (all ages) in clinic, will facilitate injections, refer to specialists as needed, provide consultative evaluation of patients, integrate input from other physicians and team members to inform diagnoses and treatment programs, assess whether injuries require medication, physical therapy, or a combination of both, guide patients in improving their physical condition, manage pain, and avoiding future injuries. The APC will also maintain records in EPIC, identify risk factors for injuries and educate patients on how to manage overall health, existing injuries, and prevention. No ER Call but minimal group call is expected: 1 wk every 3 months -- Fridays through Thursdays may take phone calls from the answering service -- will not have to go to hospital. This is a full-time (40hr/wk) position. Benefits include: Retirement savings with employer contribution effective day 1 of employment Medical / dental / vision care effective day 1 of employment PTO package Salary + wRVU additional earning potential Relocation package CME and licensure package Associate discount program and 24/7 employee gym access Thriving Medical Staff organization with ample opportunity for committee participation and leadership development CHRISTUS St. Vincent is a not-for-profit integrated health system located in the beautiful mountain-west city of Santa Fe, New Mexico which sees over 300 sunny days per year, commute times under 15 minutes, and offers an abundance of outdoor activities as well as a thriving cultural, art, and music scene. Our 200 bed facility is a Level III trauma center, the only trauma center in Northern New Mexico, and serves a seven county area with over 300,000 residents. REQUIREMENTS: APC must possess an active, unrestricted license and have 2+ years of experience as a PA or NP. Qualified applicants may submit CV with contact information to Christina Vincent, Provider Recruiter at [email protected]. We are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. New grads may be considered. RequirementsREQUIREMENTS: APC must possess an active, unrestricted license and have 2+ years of experience as a PA or NP. Qualified applicants may submit CV with contact information to Christina Vincent, Provider Recruiter at [email protected]. We are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. New grads may be considered. Additional Information: - Specialty: Physician Assistant - Location: 455 St Michaels DriveSanta Fe, New Mexico 87505 - Contact: Megan Varela (Lujan) About the Company: CHRISTUS Health is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprised of more than 600 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care facilities, 350 clinics and outpatient centers, and dozens of other health ministries and ventures. Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in Houston and San Antonio and the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, the mission of CHRISTUS Health is to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. To support our healthcare ministry, CHRISTUS Health employs approximately 45,000 Associates and has more than 15,000 physicians on staff who provide care and support for patients. CHRISTUS Health is listed among the top ten largest Catholic health systems in the United States. EXTENDING THE HEALING MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST We are inspired by our mission, vision and core values to deliver compassionate, high quality health care, improving the health of the communities we serve. Above all, we are committed to providing our customers and their family members with a truly unique healing experience, one that embodies our values and respects the dignity and worth of each person. Creating a health care system that is truly excellent in all areas is an ongoing effort.