Orthopedic Hand Physician Assistant

Lehigh Valley Hospital, Inc.; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting bonus

CME time and allowance

Relocation assistance

Malpractice insurance with tail coverage

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Allentown seeks an Orthopedic Hand Physician Assistant for outpatient care, focusing on collaboration with physiatrists and educational opportunities. This role offers a generous Total Rewards package including a starting bonus and support for continuing education. Candidates will join a recognized, forward-thinking organization committed to delivering high-quality patient care. The position requires certification as a Physician Assistant and experience in orthopedic care is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in outpatient orthopedic care is preferred.
• Must be a nationally certified Physician Assistant.
• Experience in spasticity management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient orthopedic care at Reilly Children’s Hospital.
• Collaborate with adult physiatrists and pediatric colleagues.
• Participate in resident education and research opportunities.

Skills

Outpatient care experience

Collaboration with physiatrists

Spasticity management experience

Education

Certification as Physician Assistant

Eligibility for academic appointment

Job description

# Orthopedic Hand Physician AssistantFull-TimeDay ShiftDepartmentLVPG-L Orthopedics - 1621 N Cedar CrestDepartment LeadThomas GrahamShift DetailsDay Shift,# Orthopedic Hand Physician Assistant**Join a team that delivers excellence.**Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce.Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a health care organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.Specialty: furthers LVHN’s mission to heal, comfort and care for our community. We are proudly ranked 20th in the nation for orthopedic care and remain the only hospital in the region nationally recognized for orthopedics, according to U.S. News & World Report.Practice Information:* Outpatient position with some hospital consults at Lehigh Valley Health Network’s Reilly Children’s Hospital.* Collaborate with adult physiatrists and pediatric colleagues.* Spasticity management experience preferred.* Opportunities for medical student/resident education and research with eligibility for an academic appointment through our academic affiliate, the University of South Florida.* No current night, weekend, or holiday requirements.We integrated more than 30 years’ experience and award-winning care under one team to provide the most comprehensive bone and joint care in the region. Join our team of nearly 150 clinicians and you’ll find expertise in complete musculoskeletal care, including:* Orthopedics* Physiatry* Pain specialty* Chiropractic medicine* PodiatryIn an Orthopedic Hand Physician Assistant career with LVHN, you’ll experience:BenefitsAs a nationally certified Great Place to Work(TM), we acknowledge the dedication of our colleagues and offer a generous Total Rewards package that makes LVHN an even better place to work and grow your career.* Starting Bonus* Resident and Fellow Educational Stipends* Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage* CME Time and Allowance* Relocation (if applicable)Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.Lehigh Valley Health Network does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agencies should not forward resumes to our job aliases, our employees or any other organization location. Lehigh Valley Health Network is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.## LocationCoordinated Health- 1621 Cedar Crest Blvd1621 North Cedar Crest Blvd, 18104-2304, Allentown, United States()