Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant (PA-C)

1012 Lehigh Valley Physician Group - Lehigh; Dickson City (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting Bonus

Educational stipends for Residents and

Relocation (if applicable)

Malpractice tail coverage

CME time and allowance

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network in Dickson City seeks an Orthopedic Physician Assistant to join the Orthopedic Institute team. You will provide compassionate, patient-centered care in collaboration with orthopedic surgeons, physiatry, and nursing staff.

The role offers a day shift, onsite work, and opportunities for professional growth and advanced training within a nationally recognized health network.

Qualifications

• Must be Board Eligible or Board Certified.
• A valid Pennsylvania Medical License or ability to obtain one is required.

Responsibilities

• Orthopedic Physician Assistant duties within LVHN Orthopedics.
• Provide patient care in a fast-paced orthopedic setting.
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Board eligible or Board certified

Education

Medical License (PA)

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We’re a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN’s commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you’re considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Specialty

Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute. Opens in new tab. furthers LVHN’s mission to heal, comfort and care for our community.

We are proudly ranked 27th in the nation for orthopedic care and remain the only hospital in the region nationally recognized for orthopedics, according to U.S. News & World Report.

We integrated more than 30 years’ experience and award-winning care under one team to provide the most comprehensive bone and joint care in the region. Join our team of nearly 150 clinicians and you’ll find expertise in complete musculoskeletal care, including: Orthopedics Physiatry Pain specialty Chiropractic medicine Podiatry

Orthopedic Physician Assistant

In an Orthopedic Physician Assistant career with LVHN, you’ll experience:

Benefits & Perks

As a nationally certified Great Place to Work, we acknowledge the dedication of our colleagues and offer a generous Total Rewards package that makes LVHN an even better place to work and grow your career. Explore our benefits.

• Starting Bonus
• Resident and Fellow Educational Stipends
• Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage
• CME Time and Allowance
• Relocation (if applicable)

Qualifications

• Must be Board Eligible or Board Certified
• A valid Pennsylvania Medical License or ability to obtain one is required

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Agency Policy

Lehigh Valley Health Network does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agencies should not forward resumes to our job aliases, our employees or any other organization location. Lehigh Valley Health Network is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Location & Schedule

• Work Shift: Day Shift
• Address: 334 Main St
• Primary Location: Orthopedic Institute- Dickson City
• Position Type: Onsite
• Union: Not Applicable
• Work Schedule: Department: 1012-80107 LVPG-L Orthopedics - Dickson City

About LVHN

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is the region’s largest employer and health care provider of choice. Our nearly 20,000 health care professionals take pride in what they do and are driven by our mission to heal, comfort and care for the people of our community.

Company Culture

LVHN is honored to be certified as a Great Place to Work. LVHN’s culture of trust - and the positive things colleagues said about working at LVHN when surveyed by Great Place to Work and Fortune - align perfectly with what makes a great workplace. This designation tells you that LVHN is a great place to work from hire to retire.

If you are someone who aligns with LVHN’s core values - Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration and Excellence - you will have a rewarding and successful career here.