Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant

Kaiser Permanente - Washington Permanente Medical Group (WPMG); Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 147,852 - 173,943; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus based on performance

Generous Retirement Contributions

Market-leading health benefits

Paid Annual Education Leave

Ten percent sign-on bonus

Relocation Allowance up to $13,000

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente – Washington Permanente Medical Group (WPMG) is hiring a full-time Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C) for their Orthopedic team in Tacoma, Washington. This role emphasizes collaboration and quality improvement, with responsibilities including surgical assistance and patient management.

The ideal candidate will have NCCPA certification and a preference for two years of surgical experience, providing excellent patient-centered care within a supportive integrated healthcare system.

Qualifications

• NCCPA Certification required.
• Minimum two years of surgical experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain a WA State Medical License.

Responsibilities

• Assist in surgery with inpatient and outpatient cases.
• Evaluate and manage patients in the outpatient clinic.
• Community hospital rounding and inpatient management.

Skills

NCCPA Certification

Surgical experience

Orthopedic surgery experience

Education

Physician Assistant Licensure

Job description

You have invested years developing the skills to provide exceptional care. At Washington Permanente Medical Group, our physicians and physician assistants benefit from comprehensive practice and administrative support that allows them to focus on what matters most: their patients. We handle many non‑clinical responsibilities for you.

Summary

Kaiser Permanente – Washington Permanente Medical Group (WPMG) is seeking a full‑time Physician Assistant‑Certified (PA‑C) to join our Orthopedic team based in Tacoma, Washington. There are also sites in Olympia and Silverdale, with the main site in Tacoma. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of an integrated care delivery system that prioritizes evidence‑based medicine, patient‑centered care, and physician collaboration.

Position Highlights

This is a multi‑disciplinary practice involving the full breadth of orthopedics. Orthopedics at WPMG does NOT treat backs or spine patients. The team emphasizes collaboration, continuous learning, education, quality improvement, and standardization of care and best practices. The team includes 9 physician assistants, 9 surgeons, and robust support staff including RNs and MAs. Travel between sites may be required.

Core components of this position include:

• Assisting in surgery with inpatient and outpatient cases
• Evaluating and managing patients in the outpatient clinic at all points in the care continuum
• Community Hospital Rounding & Inpatient management
• Consultations in urgent care and ED if needed to amplify efficiencies
• Shared Call Responsibilities with additional pay earned from overnight and weekend call

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary Range: $147,852 to $173,943 (salary will be prorated based on FTE; new hire salaries will be based on factors such as education, training and experience). Additional compensation for call responsibilities.
• Value‑Based Incentives: Annual bonus based on organizational goals and quality metrics
• Generous Employer Retirement Contributions: Upon eligibility, WPMG will contribute 11% of your base salary to your 401(K), with additional employee contributions being optional
• Cash Balance Plan: Additional means to save for retirement
• Shareholder Track Program: Defined track to Shareholder of WPMG
• Market‑leading health Benefits
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Annual Education Leave Allowance
• Leadership Development opportunities
• Employer Paid Malpractice & Tail Coverage

New Hire Incentives

• Signing Bonus: New hires are eligible to receive a 10% sign‑on bonus
• Relocation Allowance: Up to $13,000 (based on location at time of offer)

Qualifications

• Required: NCCPA Certification
• Preferred: Minimum two years of surgical experience
• Preferred: Orthopedic surgery experience
• Ability to obtain: Unrestricted Federal DEA
• Ability to obtain: WA State Medical License

Licenses & Certifications

DEA License

Phys Assist NCCPA (PA‑C)

WA Medical License

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, marital status, physical or mental disability, age, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.