Physician Assistant - PA - Orthopedic Surgery

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. Marys 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. Marys 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. Marys Hospital - Madison is a 440-bed hospital that offers a full range of inpatient and outpatient treatment and diagnostic services. St. Marys 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.

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 organizations 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 organizations more than 40,000 team members and more than 15,000 providers are dedicated to fulfilling SSM Healths Mission: Through our exceptional health care services, we reveal the healing presence of God.

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 citys commitment to sustainability, you'll find a welcoming and dynamic environment that feels like home.

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