Physician Assistant

OrthoArizona; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Basic Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Disability Insurance (short/long-term)

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

OrthoArizona is seeking a Physician Assistant to join its orthopedic team. You will assess patients, review records, order tests, administer injections, and support physicians in delivering high-quality musculoskeletal care.

Ideal candidates have PA training and NCCPA certification, CPR, and familiarity with practice-management software. Orthopedic experience is preferred, and the role offers a collaborative, fast-growing environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program with state licensure.
• Maintains CPR certification and NCCPA credentialing.
• Experience in orthopedic settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient treatment schedules in consultation with physicians.
• Obtain medical history and perform physical assessments.
• Review and interpret patient records for appropriate care.
• Order labs and diagnostic tests as needed.
• Administer injections and medications per protocol.
• Provide patient education and coordinate care with other staff.
• Assist physicians and ensure continuity of care between visits.

Skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

HCP training

Practice mgmt software

SOP adherence

Continuous learning

Education

PA program graduate

NCCPA certification

CPR certification

Job description

Anticipate patient needs, exceed expectations, and create lifelong memories.

An orthopedic practice that is made up of over 70 premier specialists, specializing in sports medicine, joint replacement, arthroscopy, fractures, arthritis, and general orthopedic conditions in adult and pediatric patients. OrthoArizona offers a wide variety of services that include advanced imaging, physical therapy, diagnostic testing, casting, durable medical equipment, and workers’ compensation.

We are looking for employees who want to work for a fast-growing organization with a strong reputation for providing comprehensive, high-quality musculoskeletal care. We need professionals who share our vision and the commitment to see it through.

General Employee Benefits

We are committed to providing the best benefits options to our employees so we can support their health, wellness, and happiness.

Basic Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary Short- & Long-Term Disability

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Location: Phoenix (Arcadia), AZ

Job Id:4149

# of Openings:1

About OrthoArizona:

At OrthoArizona, we’re bringing the best together. Our organization was created to help serve ALL orthopedic and sports medicine needs throughout the Valley! We have a wide range of orthopedic surgeons and mid-level providers including physical and occupational therapists, PA's and NP's.

Today we’re one of Arizona’s largest privately owned and most comprehensive orthopedic practices with more than 75 locally and nationally renowned providers across 30 locations, in addition to in house state of the art MRI capabilities. At OrthoArizona we are committed to best-in-class patient care, being a pioneer in research and technology, and most importantly, rewarding and recognizing our team members.

As a Physician Assistant with OrthoArizona, you will get to:

• Maintain a patient treatment schedule consistent with the needs of the Physician.
• Obtain complete medical history and physical data on patients.
• Review patient medical records.
• Interpret and integrate data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as needed.
• Perform complete physical exam and records findings.
• Order appropriate lab and diagnostic procedures.
• Administer injections and medications.
• Advise patients regarding health and illness prevention.
• Recommend community resources to help patient and family needs.
• Instruct patient and family regarding medication and treatment procedures.
• Assist physicians in recording patient progress.
• Provide monitoring and continuity of care between physician visits.
• Provide on call services on assigned basis.
• Prioritize work activities based on clinical demands.
• All other duties assigned.

Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of computer programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Complete and maintain HCP training.
• Understand/Perform training on practice management software.
• Continue to expand knowledge of practice management software as updates occur.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from accredited Physician Assistant Program.
• Certification from the National Commission on certification of Physician Assistants.
• Maintain CPR certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 years of Physician Assistant experience in a busy orthopedic practice.