Physician Assistant

Job Title: Physician Assistant (Sports Medicine) Job Type:Full-Time Job Location: Lincoln, NE

Position Summary The Physician Assistant provides health care services to patients under the direction and supervision of a physician. The PA will support orthopaedic surgeons in both clinical and surgical settings.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities Prepare charts, x-rays, and templates for the operating room (OR) and return them to the office. Review x-rays, check OR room for instruments, supplies, and implants. Position patients on the OR table and assist with surgical procedures (e.g., apply tourniquet, drape patient, hold retractors, manipulate limbs, cauterize vessels, sponge and suction wounds, skin closures). Apply dressings, splints, immobilizers, and slings as directed. Transfer patients from OR to recovery and assist with room turnover. Maintain privately owned instruments and prepare for upcoming surgeries. Perform comprehensive and problem-focused histories and physical exams. Interpret laboratory and diagnostic procedures and order tests as directed. Conduct hospital rounds, write orders, and take calls for orthopaedic surgeons. Evaluate and manage hospitalized patients, including discharge summaries and treatment plans. Screen emergency room patients and provide sports team game coverage as needed. Order, prescribe, dispense, and administer medication, orthoses, braces, and other orthopaedic devices (per state law). Participate in research studies, manage databases, and perform quality assurance. Assist wherever needed within the team. Perform minor procedures such as wound care and joint injections. Share in the physician on-call schedule. Maintain regular and reliable attendance. Note:

Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties as needed.

Qualifications Orthopaedic solo or group practice experience preferred. Must hold a valid state Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner license.

Skills & Abilities Ability to prioritize and organize daily tasks. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to adapt and respond to multiple demands. Demonstrates positive interactions with patients, staff, and administration. Maintains confidentiality and adheres to clinic policies. Team-oriented, polite, and maintains a positive attitude.

Benefits 401(k) with matching Health, dental, and vision insurance Life and disability insurance Paid time off (PTO) Employee assistance program (EAP) Flexible spending accounts (FSA) Tuition reimbursement License reimbursement Free parking