Orthopedic PA (Per Diem) – Flexible Shifts

The General Hospital Corporation; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 139,000; Part time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham seeks a Per Diem Physician Assistant for the Inpatient Orthopedics team at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. The role involves coverage in inpatient orthopedics with guidance from full-time surgeons and residents, and requires autonomy in patient care.

Shifts vary from 6 to 12 hours with a minimum two shifts per month, and the department offers scheduling flexibility. The base pay is $86.00 per hour, with applicable differentials and onsite work at Newton, MA.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Licensed Physician Assistant in the relevant state.
• Experience as a licensed PA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient orthopedic coverage and consults in inpatient and ED settings.
• Perform procedures including wound care, suturing, casts/braces, IV medications, and central line removal as needed.
• Conduct daily patient rounds and participate in discharge planning and care coordination.
• Educate patients and families and assist with training of students and residents.

Skills

Wound care

Suture & cast application

EKGs

Discharge planning

Patient education

Quality improvement

Education

Master's Degree Physician Assistant

Job description

Mass General Brigham seeks a Per Diem Physician Assistant for the Inpatient Orthopedics team at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. The role involves coverage in inpatient orthopedics with guidance from full-time surgeons and residents, and requires autonomy in patient care.

Shifts vary from 6 to 12 hours with a minimum two shifts per month, and the department offers scheduling flexibility. The base pay is $86.00 per hour, with applicable differentials and onsite work at Newton, MA.