Orthopedic Physician Assistant – Outpatient Care Pro

Tufts Medical Center, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 133,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Tufts Medicine in Massachusetts seeks a Physician Assistant in Orthopedics to provide high‑quality patient care under physician supervision. The role involves comprehensive assessments, order and interpretation of diagnostics, and coordinating care plans with the orthopedic team.

Responsibilities include patient education, documentation, and collaboration with nurses and physicians to implement treatment plans and ensure timely patient disposition.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Successful completion of a Physician’s Assistant program is required.
• PA licensure within the first three months after appointment.
• Physician’s Assistant Certification is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Manages a broad spectrum of patients and performs clinical, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Assesses health status by taking histories, performing exams, and ordering relevant tests.
• Coordinates treatment plans and monitors patient progress with supervising physician.
• Communicates professionally with patients, families and the healthcare team.
• Orders labs and radiological studies as appropriate and maintains accurate records.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

PA program completion

Job description

Tufts Medicine in Massachusetts seeks a Physician Assistant in Orthopedics to provide high‑quality patient care under physician supervision. The role involves comprehensive assessments, order and interpretation of diagnostics, and coordinating care plans with the orthopedic team.

Responsibilities include patient education, documentation, and collaboration with nurses and physicians to implement treatment plans and ensure timely patient disposition.