Physician Assistant- Orthopedic Surgery

SSM Health SLUCare Physician Group - Orthopedics Orthopedic Services | St. Louis, MO (1031 Bellevue Ave.) | SSM Health located on the campus of SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital, is seeking a physician assistant or nurse practitioner to work in collaboration with and support our total joint reconstruction team of two orthopedic surgeons and one APP. Become part of a practice that offers autonomy, mentorship, and a healthy work-life balance.

SLUCare orthopedic surgeons specialize in surgical and non-surgical treatment of muscular and skeletal diseases and injuries. Our team offers joint replacement, sports medicine, shoulder surgery, spinal surgery, foot and ankle surgery, hand surgery and surgery of the upper extremities. Our team also treats bone cancer, orthopedic trauma and pediatric disorders of the musculoskeletal system.

Position Highlights:

• Schedule is Monday-Friday business hours.
• No call/nights/weekends/holidays.
• Clinical responsibilities seeing new and established patients.
• Ability to perform joint injections.
• Strong onboarding and physician mentorship.
• Full support staff in place including MA.
• Mission-driven, patient-focused culture.

Qualifications:

• Orthopedic Surgery practice experience preferred.
• New graduates are welcome to apply who have completed an orthopedic surgery rotation.
• Certified nurse practitioner or certified physician assistant.
• RN/NP licensure or physician assistant licensure in the State of Missouri (or ability to obtain).

About SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis:

SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis is a two-time winner of the Premier Award for Quality, and one of Forbes' 2026 Top Hospitals. Centrally located in metro St. Louis, the hospital provides exceptional care and is a Level III Time Critical Diagnosis STEMI Center. The 525-bed hospital offers a wide variety of in and outpatient services, including cancer care, a wound center, CV and open-heart surgery, a chest pain center, and advanced stroke care. SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis handles high-risk obstetrics and fetal surgery, along with comprehensive women's breast health services. Advanced diagnostic and comprehensive robotic-assisted procedural equipment are available.

Through its affiliation with St. Louis University School of Medicine, SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis offers residency programs in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, and OBGYN.

Community Description:

Home to the famed Gateway Arch, St. Louis is one of the most livable cities in the country. This sprawling metropolitan mecca features a large variety of neighborhoods and communities spanning six counties. With an affordable housing market, trendy neighborhoods like Cherokee Street and Delmar Loop, and the booming economic landscape of the city make this one of the most attractive cities for young professionals. There is more to do per square mile in St. Louis than in any other city in the state. With restaurants, parks, recreation, cultural activities and sporting events, there's always something to do or see here.

SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

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