Physician Assistant Certified (PA-C)

Job Description

Job Description

The Physician Assistant (PA) is responsible for providing comprehensive primary care services to orthopedic surgical and non-surgical patients under the direction of the supervising physician. This role functions as a clinical liaison between the physician and patient, supporting accurate diagnosis, treatment planning, surgical assistance, and post-operative recovery. The PA collaborates closely with physicians and clinical staff to ensure high-quality, efficient, and compassionate patient care in a fast-paced orthopedic setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough patient evaluations in clinic, including history-taking, physical examinations, and review of imaging/diagnostic studies (X-rays, MRI, CT, etc.).
• Diagnose a wide range of musculoskeletal disorders, including fractures, arthritis, sports injuries, degenerative conditions, trauma, and congenital issues.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, prioritizing conservative/non-surgical options (e.g., medications, injections, bracing, physical therapy referrals) when appropriate.
• Perform orthopedic surgical procedures, such as arthroscopy, joint replacements (hip/knee/shoulder), fracture fixation, tendon/ligament repairs, spinal surgeries (if subspecialized), and other interventions in hospital or ambulatory surgery center settings.
• Provide preoperative counseling, obtain informed consent, and coordinate perioperative care with anesthesiologists, hospital staff, and rehab teams.
• Manage postoperative follow-up, monitor recovery, address complications, and guide rehabilitation to optimize patient outcomes.
• Collaborate closely with group partners, primary care physicians, radiologists, physical/occupational therapists, and other specialists for multidisciplinary care.
• Participate in group call rotation (e.g., shared trauma/general ortho call), hospital consultations, and emergency department coverage as needed.
• Maintain accurate medical records, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
• Engage in patient education, injury prevention strategies, and potential community outreach or practice marketing activities.
• Optional: Pursue or maintain subspecialty focus (e.g., sports medicine, total joint, spine) aligned with practice needs and candidate expertise.

Qualifications

Required:

• BS or MA in Physician Assistant Studies, Health Science, or Medical Science
• Current PA Certification
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Preferred:

• Orthopedic and/or pain management experience
• Previous surgical assisting experience

Core Competencies

• Clinical expertise in orthopedic patient care
• Collaborative team-oriented mindset
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach
• Critical thinking and diagnostic skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Professionalism and ethical conduct
• Adaptability in a fast-paced clinical setting