Physician Assistant-Spine/MSK

University of Utah Health Research; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Utah Health, located in Salt Lake City, UT, seeks a Physician Assistant specializing in Spine/MSK to join the integrated sports/spine program. The role manages patient evaluation, treatment planning, and collaboration with PM&R physicians at Greenwood Health Center and 540 Arapeen.

Requirements include Utah PA licensure and an active RQI eCredential, with ACLS/BLS/NRP/ATLS preferred by some departments. This is a full-time, day-shift position with a 40-hour work week.

Qualifications

• Current licensure to practice as a Physician Assistant from the State of Utah.
• Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system; obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Preferred: ACLS / BLS / NRP / ATLS may be required by department or privileging criteria.

Responsibilities

• Evaluation and treatment in sports/spine care.
• Work closely with, and under supervision of, a PM&R physician.
• Take complex medical histories for consultation by academic and community physicians.
• Order consultations and interact with neurosurgery and orthopedic teams.
• Perform physical examinations on spine patients.
• Order lab tests, X-rays and other imaging.
• Provide injections as needed and monitor dosages.
• Supervise physical therapy administration.
• Develop treatment plans with attending physician for optimal care.
• Counsel patients and families on health and wellness.

Skills

Evaluation & treatment

Medical history taking

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Spine/MSK care

Tools

RQI eCredential

ACLS/BLS/NRP/ATLS (preferred)

Job description

Track Level

Details
Open Date 10/08/2026
Requisition Number PRN46440B
Job Title PS Physician Assistant
Working Title Physician Assistant-Spine/MSK
Career Progression Track UGR
Track Level FLSA Code Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 00251 - Physical Med & Rehab
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range Commensurate with Experience
Close Date 01/08/2027
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Work Schedule Summary

• Late clinic hours may be required based on clinic space availability

Job Summary

Spine/ MSK / Physician Assistant Candidate must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to patients being seen in the integrated sports/spine program. The individual must demonstrate knowledge and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described above. This position would be located at Greenwood Health Center and 540 Arapeen.

Responsibilities

• Evaluation and treatment in sports/spine care.
• Will work closely with, and under the supervision of, a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) physician.
• Take complex medical histories on patients for consultation by academic and community physicians.
• Order consultations and interact with members of other specialty medical teams, particularly neurosurgery and orthopedic surgery.
• Perform physical examinations on new and return spine patients.
• Order laboratory tests, x-rays, special imaging studies and other diagnostic procedures.
• Perform trigger point injections, bursa injections as needed for treatment of related pain disorders.
• Monitor dosages and adjust medications.
• Order and supervise the administration of physical therapy.
• Reach tentative diagnosis of medical, surgical and other conditions.
• Develop treatment plans in conjunction with attending physician to provide optimal patient medical management.
• Counsel patients and families about health wellness, illness and maintenance.
• Participate in continuing medical education to include specialty and sub-specialty meetings, clubs, boards and conferences.
• Willingness to participate in quality improvement activities.
• May assist in research projects.
• Participates in special projects and committee functions.

Required

Minimum Qualifications

• Current licensure to practice as a Physician Assistant from the State of Utah.
• Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Preferred

• Certification in ACLS / BLS / NRP / ATLS may be required by your department or by privileging criteria.

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Preferences

Specialty in sports medicine or spine care is strongly preferred.

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at [phone] for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at [phone] or [phone] or University Human Resource Management at [phone] if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

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