Orthopedic Physician Assistant — Surgical First Assistant

Connecticut Orthopaedics; Trumbull (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) contributions

Company-paid life insurance

Generous PTO and holidays

Training and development opportunities

Uniform allowance

Free parking

Credentialing fee reimbursement

CEU allowance and days

Job summary

Connecticut Orthopaedics in Trumbull/Fairfield, CT, is seeking a Physician Assistant to support orthopedic patients across pre- and post-op care. The role includes surgical first assist and close collaboration with the physicians and operations team.

Responsibilities include evaluating patients, ordering tests, documenting findings, and educating patients and families. A career with CTOrthopaedics offers a competitive salary, benefits, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• State licensure as a Physician Assistant.
• 2–4 years clinical experience, orthopedic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat new and existing patients’ conditions.
• Provide medical services and advice for acute and chronic orthopedic conditions.
• Provide surgical assistance.
• Establish patient plans of care.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests including x‑rays.
• Document progress notes with supervising physician signature.

Skills

Customer service

Documentation

EMR systems

Team player

Decision making

Education

Accredited Physician Assistant Program

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR systems

Job description

Connecticut Orthopaedics in Trumbull/Fairfield, CT, is seeking a Physician Assistant to support orthopedic patients across pre- and post-op care. The role includes surgical first assist and close collaboration with the physicians and operations team.

Responsibilities include evaluating patients, ordering tests, documenting findings, and educating patients and families. A career with CTOrthopaedics offers a competitive salary, benefits, and growth opportunities.