Advanced Practice Provider (PA-C) - UWMC Spine & Sports Medicine Service - Physician Assistant - Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine

University of Washington•Seattle, WA

8d•$126,000 - $200,004•Onsite

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 to join its spine surgery and sports medicine service at the UW Medical Center–Northwest Hospital and Montlake campuses. The successful candidate will collaborate within a multidisciplinary healthcare team and bring effective interpersonal and leadership skills, along with clinical expertise. Physician assistants provide comprehensive orthopaedic care in surgical, inpatient, and outpatient settings. Teaching Associates hold annual appointments aligned with a 12-month service period from July 1 through June 30 and may be reappointed for subsequent annual terms. Faculty with 12-month service periods are paid for 11 months of service over the 12-month period, with the equivalent of one month available for paid time off. The position has a flexible start date in winter 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 required by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. Only compensation provided by the University is included in University benefit determinations and calculations. Additional benefits may be available for practitioners appointed in physicians’ practice plans. The position is regular, full-time, and 100% FTE. Applicants should submit a CV, cover letter or personal statement, and contact information for three professional references via Interfolio. Applicants should describe how their past experiences and/or future plans in research, teaching, mentoring, patient care, and/or service promote a sense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment. The University of Washington is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, respectful, and welcoming community.

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.
Effective interpersonal skills, leadership skills, and clinical expertise.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive orthopaedic care to patients in surgical, inpatient, and outpatient settings.
Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.