Physician Assistant Orthopedic Surgery

Providence; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid time off

CME allowance

Malpractice coverage

Relocation assistance

Professional growth

Job summary

Swedish Medical Group in Ballard, Washington is seeking a full-time Orthopedic Surgery physician assistant to join Swedish Orthopedics. The role focuses on outpatient clinic and inpatient orthopedic care, supporting a total joint arthroplasty practice with OR responsibilities introduced gradually.

You will collaborate with orthopedic surgeons, advanced practice clinicians, and multidisciplinary teams across the Ballard and North Seattle communities, with growth opportunities within a large,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited PA program.
• WA license or ability to obtain before start date.
• National PA-C certification (PA-C).
• Orthopedic experience preferred; new grads with strong orthopedic rotations encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Outpatient clinic and inpatient orthopedic care support, primarily total joint arthroplasty.
• Operate room responsibilities introduced gradually over time.
• Potential transition into surgical first assistant duties as needed.
• Care for patients across pre-operative, post-operative and follow-up visits.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patient-centered care

Education

Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies

PA-C certification

WA state PA license

Job description

Swedish Medical Group seeks a full-time Orthopedic Surgery physician assistant to join Swedish Orthopedics in Ballard, Washington. Join a collaborative group of orthopedic surgeons and advanced practice clinicians providing care across outpatient, inpatient, and surgical settings. This position offers a unique opportunity to serve one of Seattle's most vibrant communities while practicing within one of the Pacific Northwest's largest and most respected orthopedic programs.

Position Details

• Full-time position
• Based primarily in Ballard with opportunities to collaborate across the broader Swedish orthopedic network
• Primary focus on outpatient clinic and inpatient orthopedic care, primarily supporting a total joint arthroplasty practice, with operating room responsibilities introduced gradually over time
• Opportunity to transition into surgical first assist responsibilities as the practice and team needs evolve
• Manage orthopedic patients across the continuum of care, including pre-operative, post-operative, and follow-up visits
• Collaborate closely with orthopedic surgeons, advanced practice clinicians, rehabilitation specialists, and multidisciplinary care teams
• Opportunity to work with a broad spectrum of orthopedic conditions and procedures
• Support the ongoing growth of orthopedic services throughout the Ballard and North Seattle communities

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation is between $150,001 and $200,340 per year
• Swedish Medical Group offers a comprehensive benefits package
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement plans with employer contributions
• Paid time off and holidays
• CME allowance
• Malpractice coverage
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates
• Professional growth and leadership opportunities within a large, integrated health system

The compensation amounts listed may include productivity or quality/service incentives, call pay, extra shift incentives, as applicable to the position. In addition, providers may have CME benefits available to them.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Master’s Degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Washington State PA license or ability to obtain prior to start date
• National certification as a Physician Assistant (PA-C)
• Orthopedic experience preferred; new graduates with strong orthopedic rotations and demonstrated interest in orthopedic surgery are encouraged to apply
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to patient-centered care and clinical excellence

Where You’ll Work

Swedish Medical Center's Ballard campus has a proud history of providing quality medical care for northwest Seattle communities. By offering a broad range of services, including emergency medicine, primary and specialty care, and screening, diagnostic testing and imaging, Ballard serves the community with comprehensive care. In addition, the campus houses the Swedish Cancer Institute's Radiation Treatment Center, which gives patients access to state-of-the- art treatments and therapies.

Where You’ll Live

Seattle is the Pacific Northwest’s largest urban center, with a metro population of 3.25 million, and is home to world-class arts and entertainment, a robust economy and an outstanding school system. The city hugs Puget Sound and offers magnificent mountain views to the north, east and south. Home to the world’s biggest tech giants, Seattle offers some of the highest minimum wages in the country, along with a notable music and arts scene, outdoor lifestyle and amazing coffee.

Who You’ll Work For

Swedish is a comprehensive health network with a long history of excellence. The Seattle-based system operates five hospitals with more than 1,500 beds, and more than 115 primary and specialty care clinics. Part of the Providence family, Swedish is world-renowned for its innovative and ground-breaking diagnoses, treatments and medical research at its five award-winning institutes: cancer, digestive health, heart and vascular, neuroscience and orthopedic. Its mission is to improve the health and well-being of each person it serves.

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran

Job ID Number: 31755

Facility Name: Swedish Ballard Campus

Location Name: Seattle

Brand Name: Swedish

Provider Profession: Physician Assistant

Medical Specialty: Surgery General

Job Setting: Hospital

Type of Role: Clinical

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Phone Number: [phone]

Schedule: Full Time

Compensation: $150,001 - $200,340 Per Year

CP: Yes

CB: Yes

PA: Yes

HC: Yes

IS: No

YM: Yes

J1: No

H1B: No