Orthopedic Physician Assistant: Clinic & Surgical Roles

Olympia Orthopaedic Associates; Centralia (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Flex spending account

Uniform allowance

Employee Assistance Program

PTO

Job summary

Olympia Orthopaedic Associates in Centralia, WA seeks an experienced Physician Assistant to join a well-established orthopedic practice. The PA will work in both clinic and surgical settings under a surgeon's supervision, examining patients, ordering tests, diagnosing conditions, and counselling patients and families.

Qualified candidates hold an active WA PA license (or ability to obtain), with 2-3 years of orthopedic PA experience and preferred surgical assist experience.

Qualifications

• Active Physician Assistant license in WA, or ability to obtain one prior to hire.
• 2-3 years’ orthopedic experience as a Physician Assistant.
• Surgical assist experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients under supervision of a surgeon.
• Administer drugs and manage medications as prescribed.
• Order medical and diagnostic testing as needed.
• Diagnose illnesses and develop treatment plans.
• Counsel patients and their families.

Skills

Orthopedic experience

Surgical assist

Patient care

Education

Physician Assistant license

Job description

Olympia Orthopaedic Associates in Centralia, WA seeks an experienced Physician Assistant to join a well-established orthopedic practice. The PA will work in both clinic and surgical settings under a surgeon's supervision, examining patients, ordering tests, diagnosing conditions, and counselling patients and families.

Qualified candidates hold an active WA PA license (or ability to obtain), with 2-3 years of orthopedic PA experience and preferred surgical assist experience.