Orthopedic Physician Assistant - Clinic Access

MultiCare Health System•Puyallup, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Join a team that shares your calling At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home. Growing Orthopedic and Sports Medicine practice, providing patient access to the specialty, working with multiple subspecialties including shoulder/upper extremity, hand, total joint, hip preservation, sports medicine and trauma. FTE: 1.0 Shift: Day Schedule: 4x10's What We Have to Offer Competitive compensation: Attractive salary with potential sign-on and relocation. Top-tier benefits: Medical, dental, CME, retirement plans, and malpractice insurance (including tail). Generous time off: Ample time to recharge and maintain work/life balance. Career growth: Student loan repayment, leadership training, and advancement opportunities. Innovation Lab: Partner with our medical device incubator to develop cutting-edge healthcare solutions. Wellness support: Access to mental health services and wellness coaching. Pacific Northwest lifestyle: Enjoy stunning views and outdoor adventures in a vibrant community. Please contact Carla Voss with questions: [email protected] #LI-CV1 Position Summary The orthopedic clinic APP is a key provider within the ambulatory orthopedic team, focusing on comprehensive musculoskeletal care in the outpatient setting. They collaborate closely with patients, family members, and a multidisciplinary team to evaluate, diagnose, and treat orthopedic conditions, ensuring optimal recovery and mobility. This position specializes in assessing and managing orthopedic injuries and conditions, providing non-surgical treatment options, and overseeing rehabilitation strategies. The clinic APP will perform joint injections, arthrocentesis, diagnostic imaging reviews, and minor outpatient procedures while educating patients on injury prevention and long-term musculoskeletal health. Additionally, they contribute to evidence-based orthopedic care, optimizing treatment protocols and supporting continuity of care.

Requirements

Licensed in the state of WA by the time of employment
DEA, NPI & prescriptive authority
Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by the American Heart Association

Responsibilities

Evaluation and diagnosis of musculoskeletal disorders and injuries
Development and implementation of individualized treatment plans
Joint injections, arthrocentesis, and other minor outpatient procedures
Interpretation of diagnostic imaging (X-rays, MRIs, CT scans)
Postoperative care management, including wound assessment, pain control, and rehabilitation guidance
Patient education on injury prevention, rehabilitation, and orthopedic health
Maintain accurate patient records while adhering to hospital policies and regulations
Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, and clinical staff to ensure coordinated care
Participate in clinic-based call rotation as needed