Physician Assistant (Orthopedics) — Clinic and OR

Quick Facts

• Full-time Physician Assistant role in orthopedics (clinic and OR)
• Supports an upper-extremity fellowship surgeon with a busy practice
• Optional paid call and overtime compensation

Description

You will support an orthopedic surgeon with a heavy focus on upper-extremity sports injuries, including hand, wrist, and elbow cases, as well as fractures and general orthopedics. The position includes both clinic work and OR first assist responsibilities. You’ll be involved in patient evaluations, reductions, injections, and pre- and post-H&P documentation, along with lab result review in clinic and hospital settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide first assist in the OR
• Run the orthopedic clinic
• Perform reductions
• Conduct patient evaluation and education
• Complete pre- and post-H&P documentation
• Provide injections, including small joint, trigger point, and Sinvisc-type injections
• Provide consultation and review lab results in both clinic and hospital settings
• Participate in optional paid call and overtime (time and a half after 40 hours)

Requirements

• NCCPA-certified
• Previous orthopedic experience preferred; recent graduates may be considered if they completed an orthopedic rotation

Benefits

• Excellent benefits package
• Base salary based on experience
• Overtime compensation and production bonus