Orthopedic PA: Hand Surgery Team (Sign-On Bonus)

Orthopedic Physicians Alaska; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

Profit sharing & 401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Orthopedic Physicians Alaska seeks a qualified Physician Assistant (Ortho/Surgical) to join the Hand Team at the Lake Otis location in Anchorage, Alaska. Schedule Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm, with OR days starting 7:00 am.

This position offers a signing bonus after 90 days of full-time employment and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, FSA/HSA, life and disability insurance, profit sharing, a 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and PA program completion required.
• National PA-C certification is required.
• Clinical experience in orthopedics or surgical settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct exams, order/interpret tests, prescribe meds, and treat conditions.
• Assist in surgeries and provide perioperative care.
• Collaborate with physicians on complex cases.
• Document care and maintain medical records accurately.
• Respond to emergencies and participate in rounds.
• Educate patients and families on care plans.
• Provide patient counseling and follow-up assessments.
• Support administrative duties as needed.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Pharmacology

Pathophysiology

Clinical medicine

Physical diagnosis

Patient assessment

Care planning

Decision making

Team collaboration

Patient education

Education

Bachelor's degree

Accredited PA program

National PA-C certification

4 years healthcare experience before PA program

1 year PA experience

Tools

None

Job description

Orthopedic Physicians Alaska seeks a qualified Physician Assistant (Ortho/Surgical) to join the Hand Team at the Lake Otis location in Anchorage, Alaska. Schedule Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm, with OR days starting 7:00 am.

This position offers a signing bonus after 90 days of full-time employment and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, FSA/HSA, life and disability insurance, profit sharing, a 401(k), and paid time off.