Orthopedic Physician Assistant - Rural Trauma & Sports Care

Moab Regional Hospital; Moab (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Mental health coverage for family

Retirement 403b

Paid time off

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

A critical access hospital in Utah is seeking an Orthopedic Physician Assistant to provide comprehensive musculoskeletal care. This role includes performing clinical evaluations, assisting in orthopedic procedures, and managing follow-up visits. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree from an accredited PA program, current NCCPA certification, and ideally 1-2 years of experience in orthopedic surgery. The position offers a supportive workplace and a broad range of benefits to enhance professional growth.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited PA program.
• Current NCCPA certification and eligible for Utah PA licensure.
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in orthopedic surgery preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform orthopedic assessments and formulate treatment plans.
• Assist in orthopedic surgical procedures.
• Manage post-operative follow-ups and coordinate care.

Skills

Strong diagnostic reasoning

Compassionate communication

Comfort in fast-paced environment

Collaborative teamwork

Reliability and accountability

Education

Master’s degree from an ARC-PA–accredited Physician Assistant program

Current NCCPA certification

Current BLS certification

Tools

EMR systems

Diagnostic studies interpretation

Job description

A critical access hospital in Utah is seeking an Orthopedic Physician Assistant to provide comprehensive musculoskeletal care. This role includes performing clinical evaluations, assisting in orthopedic procedures, and managing follow-up visits. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree from an accredited PA program, current NCCPA certification, and ideally 1-2 years of experience in orthopedic surgery. The position offers a supportive workplace and a broad range of benefits to enhance professional growth.