Orthopedic Spine Physician Assistant

McLeod Health- Seacoast McLeod Health seeks to hire an experienced Physician Assistant to establish and grow our Orthopedic Spine program on the coast in North Myrtle Beach, SC. Responsibilities Include: Provide comprehensive care for spine patients, including evaluation of axial and radicular spine conditions, conservative management, and postoperative care

Work closely with supervising physician specializing in Orthopedics/Orthopedic Spine Surgery, supporting a high-volume spine practice

Collaborate within a robust orthopedic group composed of 22 providers (physicians and APPs) supported by strong ancillary staff

Maintain a consistent schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Manage a patient mix of 90% outpatient spine care and 10% OR support

Provide care to approximately 15-25 spine patients daily

Participate in a structured onboarding process including shadowing, EPIC training, imaging review, and spine-care pathways

Contribute to the APP pooled call model as needed

Qualifications: Preferred:

5 years of experience as a Physician Assistant, ideally with orthopedic or neurosurgical spine background

Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced clinical environment while maintaining compassionate, patient-centered care

Strong proficiency in interpreting spine imaging, managing postoperative pathways, and performing urgent spine assessments

Excellent communication, organizational, and critical-thinking skills

Commitment to optimizing clinic efficiency and improving patient access