Orthopaedic Physician Assistant — Mon-Fri Onsite

Tower Urgent Care; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Tower Urgent Care in Newark, NJ seeks an Orthopaedic Physician Assistant to join our full‑time team. You will work alongside orthopaedic surgeons in a hospital setting to deliver comprehensive care to patients with musculoskeletal conditions.

The role emphasizes clinical assessment, pre- and post‑operative care, wound management, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. A NJ PA license, NCCPA, and DEA are required; strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited PA program; master’s preferred.
• Current NJ state licensure as a Physician Assistant.
• National certification as a Physician Assistant (NCCPA) mandatory.
• DEA certification within three months of hire.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced practitioner care to orthopaedic patients under supervision of specialty physicians; conduct exams and manage pre/post-procedural care.
• Perform detailed patient assessments and formulate treatment plans based on diagnostics, including labs and radiology.
• Document histories, write prescriptions, and order required treatments within scope.
• Assist in surgical procedures and manage patient care through recovery.
• Manage a diverse caseload across inpatient, consultations, and follow-up in orthopaedic specialties.

Skills

Orthopaedic patient care

Physical examination

Pre/post procedures

Prescription writing

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Tower Urgent Care in Newark, NJ seeks an Orthopaedic Physician Assistant to join our full‑time team. You will work alongside orthopaedic surgeons in a hospital setting to deliver comprehensive care to patients with musculoskeletal conditions.

The role emphasizes clinical assessment, pre- and post‑operative care, wound management, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. A NJ PA license, NCCPA, and DEA are required; strong communication is essential.