Full Description
Job Duties:
Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including a detailed history of pain, physical examinations, and analysis of diagnostic tests to identify pain sources and determine appropriate management plans.
Perform procedures such as trigger point injections, joint injections, and other interventional treatments (if trained).
Collaborate with physicians and pain specialists to develop, implement, and adjust individualized pain management plans that may include medications, interventions (e.g., injections, nerve blocks), physical therapy, and alternative treatments.
Administer prescribed pain medications, ensuring proper dosages, routes, and adherence to guidelines regarding controlled substances and opioid management protocols.
Educate patients about pain management techniques, safe medication usage, potential side effects, and lifestyle modifications that can help manage pain.
Continuously monitor patients for any adverse reactions to medications or treatments, assess pain levels, and document progress in the patient's medical record.
Adjust care plans as necessary based on the patient's response.
Accurately document patient assessments, treatments, medications, and patient responses in the electronic medical record, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
Adhere to all healthcare and legal regulations, including protocols for pain management, opioid safety, and infection control. Ensure that proper protocols are followed for patient safety and medication handling.
You will work closely with our physicians and healthcare team to evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients suffering from acute and chronic pain conditions
Qualifications
Active Physician Assistant (PA) license in New Jersey.
NCCPA certification.
Experience in pain management, orthopedics, neurology, or primary care is preferred.
DEA registration or eligibility for prescribing controlled substances.
Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
Excellent communication and patient education skills.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and multitask.
The ideal candidate will be highly skilled, compassionate, experienced in pain management, or willing to learn.
Medical Specialty: Orthopedics
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Working Hours: Sunday: Closed
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Skills: Pain Management, Orthopedists