Ortho Physician Assistant — Trauma & Joint Care

South Shore Health System; United States; On-site; USD 103,000 - 152,000; Part time

Job summary

South Shore Health System in Weymouth, MA seeks an Orthopedic Physician Assistant to evaluate, diagnose, and treat musculoskeletal patients under supervision. The role includes inpatient/outpatient care, operating room first/second assist, and coordination with the Orthopedic Surgery team.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree, AMA-approved PA training, and current ACLS certification, with opportunities for involvement in the Fragile Fracture and joint replacement programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Completion of Accredited Advanced Physician Assistant program (AMA approved).
• Recertification required to maintain licensure.

Responsibilities

• Obtain detailed medical history and perform physical exams for orthopedics patients.
• Assist in operating room as first/second assist.
• Write orders and prescriptions per guidelines.
• Coordinate discharge planning and care plans with care teams.
• Collaborate with hospitalists on co-managed patients.
• Assist in wound care, casts, and immobilization.

Skills

ACLS Certification

Time management

Flexibility

Professional judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced Physician Assistant training program

Recertification to maintain licensure

Job description

South Shore Health System in Weymouth, MA seeks an Orthopedic Physician Assistant to evaluate, diagnose, and treat musculoskeletal patients under supervision. The role includes inpatient/outpatient care, operating room first/second assist, and coordination with the Orthopedic Surgery team.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree, AMA-approved PA training, and current ACLS certification, with opportunities for involvement in the Fragile Fracture and joint replacement programs.