Physician Assistant

Shriners Hospitals for Children; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 83,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pediatric healthcare system seeks a compassionate Physician Assistant to support orthopedic care at their Erie location. The role involves comprehensive patient assessments, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and patient education within a supportive environment. Work schedule is Monday through Friday, with competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plans with employer match

Generous CME allowance

Employer-sponsored liability coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of pediatric and/or orthopedic PA experience preferred.
• Active PA and DEA licenses required.
• BLS certification required; PALS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and document findings.
• Assist in diagnosing and managing orthopedic conditions.
• Educate patients and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Collaboration

Patient Education

Education

Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Job description

Company Overview

Why Shriners Children’s?

Shriners Children's is a leading pediatric healthcare system specializing in burn, orthopedic, spinal cord injury, cleft lip and palate, and other subspecialties. With multiple hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers, and outreach locations worldwide, we provide exceptional care to children up to age 18, regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status. Our mission is to improve lives through patient care, research, and education.

• Ranked top Midsized Employer by Forbes and Statistica Inc. (2025)
• Four locations listed among U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospitals for pediatric orthopedics
• Recipient of 12 Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Awards and 5 Pinnacle of Excellence Awards for Patient Experience (2024)
• Annual research funding of $20 million in genomics, clinical motion analysis, and translational research

About Shriners Children’s Erie

Shriners Children's Erie serves children and families across Pennsylvania, New York, Ohio, West Virginia, Maryland, Michigan, Ontario, and beyond. Known for a strong community atmosphere and mutual respect, our team provides specialized outpatient care for pediatric orthopedic conditions, from common to rare diseases. We see over 18,000 outpatient visits annually, including services like Therapy (Aquatic, PT, OT, SLP), Orthotics and Prosthetics, and a Motion Analysis Center. In collaboration with UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, we are ranked #11 nationally for pediatric orthopedics (2024–2025).

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, with HSA and FSA options
• Retirement plans including 403(b) with employer match, 457(b), and other options
• Generous CME allowance and time off
• Employer-sponsored professional liability coverage
• Relocation assistance
• Eligibility for School Loan Forgiveness and PSLF
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free basic Life/AD&D and Short-Term Disability insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB)
• Voluntary benefits including disability, critical illness, accident insurance, and more
• Free on-site parking

All employees are eligible for medical, vision, and dental coverage from day one; other benefits vary by eligibility and location.

Job Overview

We are seeking a compassionate Physician Assistant to join our team at Shriners Children’s Erie. This role supports our growing Orthopedics service by providing pediatric orthopedic care in a clinic setting. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care to children with a range of musculoskeletal conditions.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with no nights, weekends, holidays, or call. The pay range is $83,549–$125,324, based on experience and departmental equity.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments, including histories and physical exams, under physician supervision
• Assist in diagnosing and managing pediatric orthopedic conditions
• Participate in outpatient clinics, initial and follow-up visits, and post-op care
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests (X-rays, MRIs, labs)
• Document findings and treatment plans in the electronic medical record
• Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatments, and home care
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care
• Support quality improvement initiatives and institutional goals

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies or equivalent
• NCCPA certification required
• Active PA license in Pennsylvania required
• Active DEA license required
• BLS certification required; PALS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of pediatric and/or orthopedic PA experience preferred; new graduates considered