Physician Assistant - Orthopedics

CHRISTUS Health; Alamogordo (NM); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Malpractice insurance with tail coverage

CME allowance

Job summary

A faith-based healthcare organization is seeking an Orthopedic Physician Assistant to join a busy practice in Alamogordo, New Mexico. This full-time role involves evaluating outpatient orthopedic patients, assisting in surgeries, and collaborating with orthopedic surgeons. The ideal candidate should have an active NM Physician Assistant license and strong communication skills, with prior surgical experience preferred. The position offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Active New Mexico Physician Assistant license is required.
• Prior orthopedic or surgical experience is preferred.
• Willingness to learn and train in procedures as needed.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage orthopedic patients in the outpatient clinic.
• First assist in major and minor orthopedic surgical procedures.
• Conduct post-operative rounds and coordinate ongoing patient care.
• Interpret x-rays and assist with treatment planning
• Conduct post-operative rounds and coordinate ongoing patient care
• Collaborate closely with orthopedic surgeons, APCs, and clinical staff to optimize patient outcomes

Skills

Active New Mexico Physician Assistant license

Strong communication skills

Ability to work in a team-based environment

Job description

Overview

Work Type: Full Time

Recruiter Contact: [e-mail]

Make a Meaningful Impact with CHRISTUS Health –

Join one of the largest and most respected multispecialty groups—CHRISTUS Health—as we seek an Orthopedic Physician Assistant to join a busy general orthopedic practice in Alamogordo, New Mexico. This is an opportunity to work in a mission-driven, faith-based organization that values collaboration, clinical excellence, and community-focused care, while supporting both outpatient clinic and surgical services alongside a dedicated orthopedic team.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage orthopedic patients in the outpatient clinic, including new consultations, follow-ups, and post-operative care
• First assist in major and minor orthopedic surgical procedures
• Perform casting and splinting, fracture alignment, hematoma blocks, and intra-articular injections (training provided as needed)
• Interpret x-rays and assist with treatment planning
• Conduct post-operative rounds and coordinate ongoing patient care
• Collaborate closely with orthopedic surgeons, APCs, and clinical staff to optimize patient outcomes

Practice Details & Schedule

• Setting: Outpatient clinic and surgical cases
• Staffing: 4 Orthopedic Surgeons, 2 APCs
• Clinic Volume: Approximately 20–25 patients per day
• Clinic Hours: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday – 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• OR Schedule: Monday & Wednesday – scheduled surgical cases
• On-Call: Shared call, 1 weekend every 3 weeks

Requirements

• Active New Mexico Physician Assistant license (required)
• Prior orthopedic or surgical experience preferred
• Willingness to learn and train in procedures as needed
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team-based environment

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• CME allowance
• Physician-led organization
• Faith-based, mission-driven culture