Physician Assistant - Hospital Based

Job Description

Job Description

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

Location: Chester County Hospital

Organization: Premier Orthopaedics, in partnership with Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder  

Overview

Premier Orthopaedics, in partnership with Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder, is seeking a dedicated and skilled Physician Assistant or Nurse Practioner for Chester County Hospital. As two of the region’s most respected providers of orthopedic and upper extremity care, we offer a collaborative, patient-focused environment that prioritizes clinical excellence, innovation, and ongoing professional development.  

Position Summary

Responsible for providing Hospital Rounding and Inpatient Orthopaedic and Spine Consults at Chester County Hospital. The APP will support all physicians that go to Chester County Hospital. 

Position is Monday - Friday; no weekends. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Orthopedic Consultations

• Initial Evaluations: Respond to consultation requests from the Emergency Department (ED), Intensive Care Units (ICU), and internal medicine floors.
• Diagnostics: Perform comprehensive musculoskeletal exams, order and interpret imaging (X-rays, CTs, MRIs), and review relevant laboratory data.
• Treatment Planning: Formulate and initiate evidence-based treatment plans in collaboration with the attending orthopedic surgeon.
• Procedures: Perform urgent bedside procedures, including:
• Joint aspirations and injections.
• Splinting, casting, and traction application (e.g., skeletal traction).

2. Inpatient Rounding & Management

• Daily Assessments: Conduct daily rounds on all hospitalized orthopedic patients (post-operative and non-operative admissions).
• Acute Care Management: Monitor post-operative recovery, manage acute pain, optimize fluid balance, and address common medical complications (e.g., post-op anemia, DVT prophylaxis, surgical site infections).
• Care Coordination: Partner closely with physical therapy (PT), occupational therapy (OT), case management, and nursing staff to advance the patient's mobility and care goals.

3. Discharge Planning & Continuity

• Transition of Care: Facilitate safe and efficient discharges by reconciling medications, arranging home health or acute rehab placements, and writing detailed discharge summaries.
• Patient Education: Counsel patients and families on weight-bearing restrictions, wound care, signs of infection, and outpatient follow-up schedules.

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Bachelor’s degree required.

  Licenses & Certifications:  

• Active and unrestricted Pennsylvania Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (or eligibility to obtain).

  Experience:  

• Minimum of 1 year as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner, ideally in an orthopaedic environment.
• Familiarity with Athena or other EMR systems preferred.  

Compensation & Benefits  

• Competitive Salary plus bonus potential based on productivity
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans
• 100% employer-paid life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer Safe Harbor contribution and additional discretionary profit sharing
• Benefits are effective on your hire date (for full-time employees)
• Generous paid sick and vacation time
• 7 paid holidays annually
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Employee referral reward program

About Premier Orthopaedics & Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder

Premier Orthopaedics and Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center (PHSC) are leading providers of comprehensive musculoskeletal care throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. 

Premier Orthopaedics delivers expert treatment for orthopedic injuries, joint disease, interventional spine care, regenerative medicine, and comprehensive physical therapy services, supported by more than 170 providers across 50+ locations. Facilities include state-of-the-art MRI centers, outpatient surgery centers, physical therapy clinics, and orthopedic urgent care centers. 

Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center (PHSC), a division of Premier Orthopaedics, has been nationally recognized for more than 50 years for its specialized care of the hand, wrist, elbow, arm, and shoulder. Our fellowship-trained surgeons and certified Hand and Occupational Therapists collaborate to provide seamless care—from diagnosis and treatment to post-operative and rehabilitative recovery. With 10+ convenient locations across Pennsylvania and New Jersey, PHSC offers advanced, integrated care to restore function, mobility, and quality of life for patients with upper extremity conditions.