Physician Assistant, Sports Medicine

Beth Israel Lahey Health • Boston, MA

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About The Position

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. New England Baptist Hospital (NEBH), a national leader in orthopedic care, is seeking a Sports Medicine Physician Assistant to join our expert orthopedic and sports medicine team. This role provides the opportunity to care for athletic and active patients with a focus on the evaluation and treatment of sports-related and musculoskeletal conditions. The PA will work collaboratively with orthopedic surgeons and sports medicine physicians in a specialty-focused hospital environment. Prior orthopedic or sports medicine experience preferred. Job Description: PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS At New England Baptist Hospital, our Physician Assistants play a vital role in delivering exceptional orthopedic care through collaboration, compassion, and clinical excellence. The Physician Assistant works as an integral member of the Orthopedic Service, supporting surgeons, patients, and the interdisciplinary care team across the continuum of care. Clinical & Surgical Care Participate in surgical procedures as assigned by Orthopedic Service physicians, the Chief PA, and the Chief Resident Provide direct clinical support to NEBH Orthopedic Surgeons in both surgical and inpatient settings Conduct daily rounds on orthopedic patients and perform histories and physical examinations as needed Utilize strong clinical judgment to accurately assess, diagnose, and manage orthopedic conditions Initiate, modify, and communicate patient care plans in coordination with the attending physician Order laboratory tests, diagnostic studies, and prescribe medications within scope of licensure Maintain timely, thorough, and accurate medical documentation, including discharge summaries Patient‑Centered Care & Collaboration Partner with patients to identify health needs, address concerns, and support informed decision‑making Provide education and guidance to patients and families to promote recovery, mobility, and wellness Serve as a key liaison between physicians, patients, and allied health professionals to ensure coordinated, high‑quality care Decision Making Makes clinical decisions in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standard practices Escalates complex or non‑standard situations for review or approval as appropriate Problem Solving Addresses complex clinical and operational challenges using sound judgment, collaboration, and creativity Engages colleagues and resources across the organization to develop effective, patient‑focused solutions Independence of Action Functions with a high level of professionalism under general direction and established guidelines Performance and clinical practice are reviewed by supervisory staff Patient Contact Regular, hands‑on patient interaction in inpatient and procedural settings Works closely with physicians, nurses, medical assistants, phlebotomists, imaging technologists, and other care team members Supervisory Responsibilities This role does not include supervisory responsibilities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Licensed Physician Assistant within MA
• MCSR DEA, State of MA
• Basic Life Support Certification
• Advanced skills with Microsoft applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access and other web based applications. May produce complex documents, perform analysis and maintain databases.
• Ability to communicate complex information in English effectively in writing to all levels of staff, management and external customers across functional areas.
• Ability to verbally communicate complex concepts in English and address sensitive situations, resolve conflicts, negotiate, motivate and persuade others.
• Ability to demonstrate broad and comprehensive knowledge of theories, concepts, practices and policies with the ability to use them in complex and/or unprecedented situations across multiple functional areas.
• Ability to act as a team leader for small projects or work group(s), creating a collaborative and respectful team environment and improving workflows. Results may impact the operations of one or more departments
• Ability to provide a high level of customer service to patients, visitors, staff and external customers in a professional, service-oriented, respectful manner using skills in active listening and problem solving. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree
• Prior orthopedic or sports medicine experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in surgical procedures as assigned by Orthopedic Service physicians, the Chief PA, and the Chief Resident
• Provide direct clinical support to NEBH Orthopedic Surgeons in both surgical and inpatient settings
• Conduct daily rounds on orthopedic patients and perform histories and physical examinations as needed
• Utilize strong clinical judgment to accurately assess, diagnose, and manage orthopedic conditions
• Initiate, modify, and communicate patient care plans in coordination with the attending physician
• Order laboratory tests, diagnostic studies, and prescribe medications within scope of licensure
• Maintain timely, thorough, and accurate medical documentation, including discharge summaries
• Partner with patients to identify health needs, address concerns, and support informed decision‑making
• Provide education and guidance to patients and families to promote recovery, mobility, and wellness
• Serve as a key liaison between physicians, patients, and allied health professionals to ensure coordinated, high‑quality care
• Makes clinical decisions in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standard practices
• Escalates complex or non‑standard situations for review or approval as appropriate
• Addresses complex clinical and operational challenges using sound judgment, collaboration, and creativity
• Engages colleagues and resources across the organization to develop effective, patient‑focused solutions
• Functions with a high level of professionalism under general direction and established guidelines
• Performance and clinical practice are reviewed by supervisory staff
• Regular, hands‑on patient interaction in inpatient and procedural settings
• Works closely with physicians, nurses, medical assistants, phlebotomists, imaging technologists, and other care team members

Benefits

• As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities.
• Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
• At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs.
• Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging.
• We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life.
• While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.

What This Job Offers

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