Foot & Ankle Orthopedics PA — Surgical First-Assist

Wentworth-Douglass Physicians Organization (WDP); Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 127,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital in Somersworth, NH is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant to join our Orthopedics team, supporting the Foot & Ankle surgeon. The PA will work in the clinic and serve as first assist for surgical procedures, with potential case exposure to other orthopedic services.

The role includes daily patient evaluations, procedures such as casting, injections, wound care, and collaboration with physicians.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree Physician Assistant required
• Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
• Physician Assistant [State License] - Generic - HR Only required
• 2 years of experience as a PA required

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document orthopedic histories and physical examinations.
• Perform diagnostic/therapeutic procedures: splints, injections, wound care.
• Educate patients and families about diagnoses and plans.
• Order/interpret imaging (X-rays/MRI) and coordinate care.
• Serve as first assist in Foot & Ankle surgeries and OR coverage.
• Document encounters and progress notes in Epic as required.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals.

Skills

Patient care

Surgical first-assist

Clinical documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Master's Degree Physician Assistant

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital in Somersworth, NH is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant to join our Orthopedics team, supporting the Foot & Ankle surgeon. The PA will work in the clinic and serve as first assist for surgical procedures, with potential case exposure to other orthopedic services.

The role includes daily patient evaluations, procedures such as casting, injections, wound care, and collaboration with physicians.