Orthopedic Inpatient PA — High-Impact Care Team

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Generous PTO

Hospital-Paid Retirement Plan

Tax-Sheltered Annuity Program

MBTA Pass subsidy

Childcare Resources

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join the Orthopedic Surgery Inpatient Service at an academic medical center. You will serve as a Responding Clinician, managing admissions, postoperative care, non-operative patients, and discharge planning under leadership from the Orthopedic Department.

The role requires strong clinical judgment, effective communication, and collaboration within a fast-paced team.

Qualifications

• Orthopedic PA experience required.
• Current PA certification and MA licensure eligibility.
• NCCPA certification and DEA registration are required.
• ACLS/BCLS certification per American Heart Association.
• Master’s degree in PA studies completed.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient orthopedic care from admission to discharge.
• Coordinate with surgeons, nursing, case management, and rehab teams.
• Manage discharge planning and transitions of care.
• Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatments, and recovery goals.
• Document care plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries promptly.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Physician Assistant studies

NCCPA certification

Massachusetts licensure eligibility

Job description

Mass General Brigham is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join the Orthopedic Surgery Inpatient Service at an academic medical center. You will serve as a Responding Clinician, managing admissions, postoperative care, non-operative patients, and discharge planning under leadership from the Orthopedic Department.

The role requires strong clinical judgment, effective communication, and collaboration within a fast-paced team.