Orthopedics Total Joints - Full Time PA

Hugh Chatham Health; Indian Trail (NC); On-site; USD 106,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Educational Assistance Program

Retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

Advocate Health’s Musculoskeletal Institute (MSKI) – Union in Charlotte, NC seeks a Physician Assistant to support a dedicated Total Joint Replacement program. The role blends outpatient clinic, inpatient rounding, and operating room responsibilities within a collaborative orthopedic team.

The ideal candidate will hold NC PA licensure, NCCPA certification, and DEA eligibility, with experience in perioperative care and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Active North Carolina license to practice as a Physician Assistant or eligibility.
• DEA licensure or eligibility required.
• Board-certified NCCPA (PA) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in outpatient clinic, inpatient, and operating room settings.
• Assist with pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative patient management.
• Serve as first assistant in the operating room as appropriate.
• Coordinate care with orthopedic surgeons, nursing, and rehabilitation teams.
• Educate patients and families regarding procedures, recovery, and expectations.
• Participate in shared call coverage, including weekends and holidays.

Skills

NC PA licensure

DEA licensure eligibility

NCCPA certification

Clinical collaboration

Education

PA program graduate

NCCPA certification

Job description

Department

02408 GCMG Ortho and Sports Medicine: Providence - Surgery: Orthopedics

Department

02408 GCMG Ortho and Sports Medicine: Providence - Surgery: Orthopedics

Status

Full time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information

The position is primarily scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with participation in a shared call rotation. Call responsibilities vary and include coverage on weekends and holidays.

Pay Range

$51.05 - $76.60

Atrium Health Musculoskeletal Institute (MSKI) – Union

is a high-performing orthopedic practice located on the Union campus in Charlotte, North Carolina. The practice is comprised of board-certified orthopedic surgeons and a collaborative team of Advanced Practice Providers dedicated to delivering exceptional musculoskeletal care. As part of the Atrium Health MSKI network, the team works alongside orthopedic subspecialists, non-operative sports medicine physicians, physiatrists, rehabilitation specialists, and care coordinators to provide comprehensive treatment across the continuum of care.

This role is dedicated to supporting the Total Joint Replacement Program, caring for patients undergoing hip and knee replacement procedures in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Position Overview

This position supports orthopedic total joint surgeons and includes a blend of outpatient clinic, inpatient rounding, and operating room responsibilities. The APP serves as an integral member of the orthopedic team, providing comprehensive care throughout the surgical journey, from pre-operative evaluation through post-operative recovery.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in outpatient clinic, inpatient, and operating room settings
• Assist with pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative patient management
• Serve as first assistant in the operating room as appropriate
• Conduct patient evaluations, post-operative follow-up visits, and care coordination
• Manage inpatient consultations, rounding, and discharge planning
• Collaborate closely with orthopedic surgeons, nursing staff, rehabilitation teams, and care coordinators
• Educate patients and families regarding surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and treatment plans
• Maintain high standards of quality, safety, and patient experience
• Participate in shared call coverage, including weekends and holidays

Candidate Qualifications

• Active North Carolina licensure as a Physician Assistant
• Must possess or be eligible for DEA licensure
• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant required
• NCCPA certification (PA) required
• Strong clinical, communication, and collaborative skills

Opportunity Details

• Monday–Friday schedule, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Combination of clinic, inpatient, and operating room responsibilities
• Shared call rotation with varying call hours, including weekends and holidays
• Dedicated Total Joint Replacement practice
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to work alongside a highly experienced orthopedic team within one of the region's premier musculoskeletal programs
• Supportive and collaborative practice environment focused on clinical excellence and patient-centered care
• Opportunities for professional development, leadership involvement, and participation in quality improvement initiatives within MSKI

Our Commitment To You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits And More

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.