Orthopedic PA: Surgeon Extender & OR First-Assistant

Louisiana Orthopaedic Specialists; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Orthopaedic Specialists seeks an experienced Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to support orthopedic surgeons across clinic, OR, and hospital settings. You will assess patients, interpret imaging, and determine diagnostic and therapeutic plans within scope of practice.

You will manage post-op care, perform injections and splinting, assist in the OR, and coordinate care with centers and therapy teams. Strong knowledge of Epic and patient education is essential.

Qualifications

• One year of PA experience in clinic or hospital

Responsibilities

• Manages post-op visits, pre-op workups, follow-ups and acute add-ons.
• Performs clinic procedures including injections, casting/splinting and DME fitting.
• Writes post-operative prescriptions and manages refills within scope.
• Educates patients and families on post-op care and rehab.
• Guides pre-admit processes and medical clearance for surgery.
• First-assists in OR with positioning, draping and wound care.
• Rounds on hospital patients and completes discharge orders.
• Coordinates with centers, hospitals and therapy on orders and supplies.
• Takes after-hours calls and supports clinic operations.
• Documents care in Epic and ensures accuracy in charge capture and orders.
• Tracks test results and ensures provider review and follow-up.
• Completes workers’ comp, disability and leave paperwork per LOS procedures.
• Supports schedule access and handles add-ons and cancellations.
• Responds to emergencies including CPR.
• Works collaboratively with surgeon, staff and entry-level teammates.

Skills

Patient assessment

Post-op care

Clinical examinations

Medical decision-making

Team collaboration

Patient education

Education

MS preferred

AMA-accredited PA program

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS)

Tools

Epic

Job description

Louisiana Orthopaedic Specialists seeks an experienced Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to support orthopedic surgeons across clinic, OR, and hospital settings. You will assess patients, interpret imaging, and determine diagnostic and therapeutic plans within scope of practice.

You will manage post-op care, perform injections and splinting, assist in the OR, and coordinate care with centers and therapy teams. Strong knowledge of Epic and patient education is essential.