APP - Physician Assistant I - Orthopedics OPC - Full Time (Day - 08 hrs)

Stanford Health Care • Palo Alto, CA

9d • $89 - $118 • Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Advanced Practice Provider (APP) — Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) — to join our established, hospital-based orthopedic team. This is a dedicated inpatient role, covering Ortho Trauma. You’ll work alongside a collaborative team of 53 experienced APPs and 60 orthopedic surgeons, supporting 11 specialized service lines. We offer a structured, high-functioning clinical environment focused on providing excellent patient care and empowering APPs to practice at the top of their license.

What You'll Do • Provide comprehensive care for pre- and post-surgical inpatients across the ortho trauma service. • Perform floor management including daily patient assessments, coordinating care plans, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams • Lead and document admissions, discharges, and transition-of-care planning • Work closely with attending surgeons, residents, and nursing staff to deliver seamless, high-quality inpatient care • Help drive patient outcomes and contribute to a team committed to continuous improvement

If you’re an experienced APP ready to take on a meaningful inpatient role in orthopedic surgery — without the burden of call or off-hours — we encourage you to apply. Join a team where your skills are valued, your schedule is respected, and your work has real impact. Apply today and take the next step in your APP career with a team committed to excellence in musculoskeletal care.

The Physician Assistant (PA) functions under this Physician Assistant Job Description approved by the Interdisciplinary Practice Committee (IDPC). Specific functions pertaining to the Service, Clinic or Department are established by the PA and his/her supervising physician(s), and approved by the appropriate medical and nursing administrators, the IDPC, the Credentials & Privileges Committee, the Stanford Hospital and Clinics (SHC) Medical Executive Committee and the SHC Board Credentials, Policies and Procedures Committee.

Requirements

• BACHELOR'S DEGREE IN NURSING FROM AN ACCREDITED UNIVERSITY. Note: PAs hired prior to July 1, 2012 are not subject to this educational requirement
• Graduate of a PA program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc.
• PA - Physician Assistant State Licensure
• BLS - Basic Life Support
• DEA - Drug Enforcement Administration

Nice To Haves

• Experience with ortho trauma is highly preferred (through fellowship, clerkship, or hands-on clinical experience)
• Strong background in inpatient care, ideally within orthopedic surgery or ortho trauma.
• Proven ability to manage a high-volume caseload while maintaining clinical accuracy and compassion
• Excellent communication and organizational skills in a fast-paced hospital environment

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats patients with acute, chronic complaints and health maintenance concerns related to specialty.
• Obtains complete histories and performs pertinent physical exams with assessment of normal and abnormal findings on new and return patients.
• Performs or requests and evaluates diagnostic studies as indicated upon evaluation of the patient.
• Orders or furnishes medications under physician supervision, in accordance with the practice agreement, consistent with the PA’s educational preparation and training, and upon completion of a California Physician Assistant Board approved controlled substance course.
• Orders and collects specimens for routine laboratory tests, screening procedures and therapeutic procedures, including blood and blood products.
• Orders physical therapy, occupational therapy, respiratory therapy, radiology examinations and nursing services.
• Performs designated procedures after demonstrated competency, according to written standardized procedures where applicable.
• Obtains informed consent, as indicated.
• Initiates arrangements for hospital admissions and discharges and completes appropriate paperwork.
• As directed by the supervising physician, enrolls patients in investigational studies approved by the Investigational Review Board (IRB), and orders the necessary tests and medications.
• After appropriate training, assists the supervising physician in the operating room (OR).
• Recognizes and considers age-specific needs of patients.
• Effectively communicates and interacts with patients, families, staff and members of the community from diverse backgrounds.
• Recognizes situations which require the immediate attention of a physician, and initiates life-saving procedures when necessary.
• Facilitates the coordination of inpatient and outpatient care and services as needed.
• Facilitates collaboration between providers and coordination of community resources.
• Ensures compliance with legal, regulatory and clinical policies and procedures.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives.
• Provides and coordinates patient teaching and counseling.

Benefits

• Monday–Friday daytime schedule (8-hour shifts)
• No nights, weekends, holidays, or call
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Join a respected, well-integrated team of 53 APPs and contribute to a collaborative, academic, and supportive environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within a leading orthopedic program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level