Orthopedics Surgical First Assist - Full Time PA

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Rome, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This full-time Physician Assistant (PA) position in Orthopedics involves providing patient care in both clinic and surgical settings, with an approximate 50/50 split. The role includes conducting office-based evaluations, diagnosis, and treatment of orthopedic conditions, performing first assist duties in the operating room with a focus on total joint procedures, and managing pre-operative and post-operative care, including hospital rounding. The PA will independently manage clinic sessions when the supervising physician is unavailable and will document patient visits using dictation tools. Responsibilities also extend to handling same-day work-ins and acute orthopedic cases for orthopedic patients experiencing acute and chronic musculoskeletal injuries in a fast-paced environment with varied case complexity.

Requirements

• Licensed Physician Assistant (PA)
• DEA license required
• Strong clinical and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Nice To Haves

• Orthopedic or surgical experience preferred
• Exposure to sports medicine or athletic coverage is a plus
• Open to new graduates with the right attitude and willingness to learn

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in both clinic and surgical settings (50/50 split)
• Conduct office-based evaluations, diagnosis, and treatment of orthopedic conditions
• Perform first assist duties in the operating room, with emphasis on total joint procedures
• Manage pre-operative and post-operative care, including hospital rounding
• Independently manage clinic sessions when the supervising physician is in the OR
• Document patient visits using dictation tools (e.g., Dragon)
• Handle same-day work-ins and acute orthopedic cases
• Participate in call coverage 5–6 times per month
• Respond to ER and inpatient consults
• Provide wound care, suturing, fracture reduction, and splinting
• Handle patient phone call coverage
• Perform occasional hospital rounding

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Generous retirement offerings
• Programs that invest in your career development
• Paid Time Off programs
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
• Financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree