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Physician Assistant - PA - Orthopedic Surgery

SSM Health

Job Description SSM Health Dean Medical Group, in Madison, WI, is actively recruiting for a full-time (1.0 FTE) Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant to be based at its South Madison Campus. Opportunity Highlights:
  • Variable weekly schedule with some potential for outreach
  • Practice mix of 75% trauma and 25% hand
  • Position will vary based on department needs but will include inpatient care, outpatient clinic, and OR responsibilities
  • Anticipated 1:17 call schedule for weekdays and weekends as well as holidays
  • Opportunity to work independently alongside the Orthopedic Surgeons
  • Hospital Privileges at SSM Health St. Mary's Madison and at our Sun Prairie Ambulatory Surgery Center
Requirements:
  • Prefer post-education experience in orthopedic surgery but will review new graduates with rotations in orthopedic surgery
  • First-assist OR experience
  • Master's degree in Physician Assistant
  • Wisconsin certified physician assistant
  • Ability to obtain a Wisconsin physician assistant license and Wisconsin DEA
SSM Health Dean Medical Group South Madison Campus: SSM Health Dean Medical Group South Madison Campus houses more than 100 primary and specialty care providers. Primary care services include pediatrics, family medicine, internal medicine and women's health. Specialty care services include orthopedics, including joints, podiatry and sports medicine, as well as cancer care, ENT, audiology, wound care, infection prevention and treatment, palliative care and genetic counseling. In addition, the clinic offers extensive therapy services, as well as on-site imaging, lab and retail pharmacy. SSM Health Orthopedics offers a broad range of services that address the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal disorders and injuries. Our team of board-certified, fellowship-trained physicians, specially trained nurses and therapists are committed to delivering that exceptional care to our patients. Hospital: At SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital – Madison, our goal is to serve the community and play an active role in it. For the third consecutive year,  U.S. News & World Report recognized SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison as one of the best hospitals in Wisconsin (2024-2025). Forbes has also named SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison as one of their 2026 Top Hospitals. Serving South Central Wisconsin since 1912, SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison is a 440-bed hospital that offers a full range of inpatient and outpatient treatment and diagnostic services. St. Mary's Hospital is an American College of Surgeons-verified Level II Trauma Center, a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center, and has a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. About SSM Health: With care delivery sites in Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Wisconsin, SSM Health provides convenient access to high-quality community-based services as well as world-class academic medicine, clinical trials, and research studies. The organization's footprint includes hospitals, physician offices, outpatient and virtual care services, senior care, comprehensive home care and hospice services, a fully transparent pharmacy benefit company, a health insurance company and an accountable care organization. As one of the largest employers in every community it serves, the organization's more than 40,000 team members and more than 15,000 providers are dedicated to fulfilling SSM Health's Mission: Through our exceptional health care services, we reveal the healing presence of God. Community Description: Madison, the capital of Wisconsin, is a vibrant city known for its blend of natural beauty and vibrant urban life. Nestled between Lake Mendota and Lake Monona, the city is home to the University of Wisconsin–Madison and enjoys a lively atmosphere fueled by innovation, education, and cultural diversity. Madison boasts an award-winning food scene, expansive beautiful park systems, and a commitment to sustainability that enhances the quality of life. Whether you're savoring local flavors, enjoying live music, or embracing the city's commitment to sustainability, you'll find a welcoming and dynamic environment that feels like home. SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer: SSM Health is committed to equal employment opportunity based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, and all other statuses protected by law. To view all of our current provider career opportunities, visit joinssmhealth.com. Create a Job Match for Similar Jobs

Thoughtful. Insightful. Purposeful. At SSM Health, the healing power of presence is at the heart of everything we do. Our clinicians experience a profound sense of purpose, fulfillment, and connectedness, rooted in a legacy of compassionate care that began over 150 years ago. Today, our Mission-driven teams—with over 13,900 providers—work together to deliver exceptional health care across Missouri, Oklahoma, Illinois, and Wisconsin. A career at SSM Health is an opportunity to further a caring legacy while advancing medicine with an esteemed organization that encourages collaboration, empowers innovation, supports growth, and seeks to elevate care for everyone we serve. Whether you’re seeking to heal, teach, learn, lead, connect, or discover, there’s a place within SSM Health for you to thrive. To learn more about our culture of care or to explore our full list of physician and advanced practice provider opportunities, visit JoinSSMHealth.com. Together – We Care.

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