About The Position

The University of Washington Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine is recruiting a full-time physician assistant at the faculty rank of Teaching Associate for its hand and upper extremity service. The PA will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team that may include orthopaedic and plastic surgeons, primary care and rehabilitation medicine physicians, occupational therapists, residents, and fellows. The role provides comprehensive orthopaedic care to patients in inpatient and outpatient settings. Orthopaedic care experience is preferred, though motivated and talented candidates can be trained. This is a regular, 100% FTE faculty position with an annual appointment and a 12-month service period from July 1 through June 30. Faculty on 12-month service periods are paid for 11 months of service over the 12-month period, making the equivalent of one month available for paid time off. The start date is flexible in winter or spring 2027. The base salary range is $10,500–$16,667 per month ($126,000–$200,004 annually), commensurate with qualifications and years of experience as a physician assistant, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. The role is based within UW Medicine, whose mission is to improve public health by advancing medical knowledge, providing primary and specialty care across the WWAMI region, and preparing health professionals. Applicants must submit a CV, cover letter or personal statement, and contact information for three professional references through Interfolio. Applicants considered for the position must disclose substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at current and past employment, as required by Washington state law.

Requirements

  • Current and valid Washington State Physician Assistant License.
  • Graduate degree from an accredited PA program.
  • Nationally certified PA-C with DEA.
  • Proven excellence working in an interdisciplinary collaborative team environment.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in orthopaedic care; motivated and talented individuals without this experience may be trained.

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive orthopaedic care to patients in inpatient and outpatient settings.
  • Collaborate within a multidisciplinary health team, which may include orthopaedic surgeons, plastic surgeons, primary care and rehabilitation medicine physicians, occupational therapists, orthopaedic residents, and fellows.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay and outstanding benefits.
  • Opportunities for professional growth.
  • The equivalent of one month available for paid time off over the 12-month service period.
  • Additional benefits may be available for practitioners holding an appointment in physicians practice plans.
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