Orthopedic Physician Assistant- Full Time

Orthopedic Associates Of•Englewood Cliffs, NJ

19h•$120,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Orthopedic Physician Assistant (PA) to join our surgical and clinical team. The PA will play an integral role in both the operating room and outpatient clinic, working in collaboration with our orthopedic surgeons across all subspecialties, including sports medicine, spine, hand, foot and ankle, trauma, and joint replacement. The ideal candidate is a motivated provider with strong surgical skills and the ability to independently evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients in a clinic setting.

Requirements

Current Physician Assistant license in New Jersey
Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
Current DEA license
Current CDS
BLS and ACLS certifications required.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced surgical and outpatient environment

Nice To Haves

Orthopedic surgery experience strongly preferred; new graduates with significant orthopedic rotations may be considered.
Excellent technical skills in the OR, with the ability to anticipate surgical needs.
Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills in orthopedics.

Responsibilities

Serve as first assistant in the operating room, performing tasks such as retraction, suturing, implant preparation, graft handling, reduction and fixation, and other surgical duties as directed by the attending surgeon.
Conduct clinic evaluations, including histories, physical examinations, ordering and interpreting imaging/labs, diagnosing orthopedic conditions, and developing treatment plans.
Provide nonsurgical management of orthopedic conditions, including joint injections, splinting/casting, bracing, and patient education.
Participate in preoperative and postoperative care, including patient workup, surgical planning, wound care, and discharge instructions.
Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, therapists, and other providers to optimize patient care.
Document all patient encounters, operative assistance, and treatment plans in the electronic medical record.
Share in departmental coverage, including two weekday call shifts per month and one weekend of call per month, providing first-line support for urgent orthopedic issues.
Maintain current knowledge of orthopedic best practices and participate in continuing medical education.