Orthopedic NP or PA

Dartmouth-Hitchcock; Keene (NH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

$10k sign-on bonus

$15k relocation bonus

Student loan forgiveness program

CME days/funds

Job summary

Dartmouth Health – Cheshire Medical Center in Keene, NH is seeking a highly motivated Physician Assistant to join their Orthopaedics Department. This role involves all aspects of Orthopaedic patient care, with the majority of time spent in the outpatient clinic and substantial involvement in the OR assisting on surgeries.

The position offers a fast‑paced environment with a focus on sports medicine and includes a competitive salary, a $10k sign-on bonus, medical benefits, and student loan forgiveness options.

Qualifications

• Current (or eligible) certification to practice as a Physician’s Assistant in NH.
• CPR Certified.
• ACLS Certified (can obtain within the first year).

Responsibilities

• Involved in all aspects of Orthopaedic patient care.
• Spend time in the outpatient clinic and assist in the OR.
• Consult and round in the inpatient unit and ED.

Skills

Orthopaedic patient care

Sports medicine

Surgery assistance

Patient education

Education

Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Job description

Physician Assistant, Orthopaedics

Dartmouth Health – Cheshire Medical Center is seeking a highly motivated Physician Assistant (PA) to join their Orthopaedics Department in Keene, NH. Working with the Orthopaedics team, the PA will be involved in all aspects of Orthopaedic patient care. The majority of time will be spent in the outpatient clinic with a focus on sports medicine related problems, but also substantial time will be spent in the OR assisting on surgery and performing consults, procedures, and rounding in the inpatient unit and ED. This position is ideal for a PA who is looking for a fast‑paced, collegial setting with exposure to a diverse work environment. The clinic is staffed with Orthopaedic Surgeons, Physician Assistants, Athletic Trainers, and flow staff who are highly trained in the musculoskeletal system and help provide flow, history, education, and other services to help optimize the clinic and help the Orthopaedic team provide top‑notch quality patient care. Once taking call this position offers flexible work with 32 hours of clinical time and 4 hours of administrative time per week, and a weekday and weekend call component is 1:8 at full staff.

Benefits at Dartmouth-Hitchcock

• Competitive salary, commensurate with years of experience
• $10k sign-on bonus and up to $15k relocation bonus for eligible candidates
• $10,000 student loan forgiveness program and PSLF eligibility to provide support for individuals managing their student loan debt
• Competitive medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Dedicated CME days/funds

What New Hampshire has to offer you

• Four seasons and an outdoor lifestyle
• Access to major cities and airports
• Proximity to ski mountains and hiking trails
• Driving distance to the seacoast/ocean
• Abundance of local lakes for boating and swimming
• No income or sales tax!

CVs and cover letters can be sent to

Jessie Kaczorowski, Provider Recruiter

[e-mail]

Required Licensure/Certifications

• Current (or eligible) certification to practice as a Physician’s Assistant in the state of New Hampshire. Academic preparation at the Master’s level is required.
• CPR Certified.
• ACLS Certified (Can obtain within the first year of employment).

Dartmouth Health is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.