Coastal Orthopedic Spine Physician Assistant | McLeod Health Seacoast

McLeod Health; Little River (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Little River is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join its Orthopedic Spine team. This full-time position focuses on providing specialized care for spine patients, working directly with a supervising physician in a collaborative environment. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years experience in clinical settings, preferably with a background in orthopedic or neurosurgical spine care. This role offers competitive compensation and a dynamic working atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years as a Physician Assistant in clinical setting with orthopedic/neurosurgical focus.
• Ability to work independently while providing patient-centered care.
• Proficiency in managing postoperative spine pathways.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialized spine care and evaluate spine conditions.
• Collaborate with supervising physician and support a high-volume practice.
• Manage daily patient load of 15–25 spine patients.

Skills

Autonomous work in fast-paced environment

Interpreting spine imaging

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Critical thinking skills

Job description

Physician Assistant to Join Orthopedics (Spine APP) - Seacoast

McLeod Health is seeking an experienced and highly dedicated Physician Assistant to join our growing Orthopedic Spine team at McLeod Orthopedics Seacoast, located in Little River, SC. This role offers the opportunity to deliver specialized spine care in a collaborative, patient-centered environment alongside leading orthopedic specialists.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialized care for spine patients, including evaluation of axial and radicular spine conditions, postoperative management, and conservative treatment planning.
• Collaborate closely with supervising physician Eric D. Nabors, MD – Orthopedics/Orthopedic Spine Surgery, supporting a high-volume spine practice.
• Part of a robust orthopedic group with 22 providers (physicians and APPs) and ancillary staff.
• Work schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
• Patient mix: 90% outpatient spine care with 10% OR support.
• Daily patient volume: Approximately 15–25 spine patients per day.
• Participate in a structured onboarding process, including shadowing, EMR training (EPIC), imaging review, and spine care pathways.
• Call schedule: Pooled APP model for coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years as a Physician Assistant in a clinical setting, with a strong background in orthopedic or neurosurgical spine care.
• Ability to work autonomously in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining compassionate, patient‑centered care.
• Proficiency in interpreting spine imaging, managing postoperative spine pathways, and conducting urgent spine assessments.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills.
• Commitment to optimizing clinic flow and enhancing patient access.

About Us

Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not for profit organization supported by the strength of more than 900 members on its medical staff and more than 2,900 licensed nurses. McLeod Health is also composed of approximately 15,000 team members and more than 90 physician practices throughout its 18‑county service area, including seven hospitals and various health and fitness facilities. The system currently has 988 licensed beds, including Hospice and Behavioral Health. Hospitals include McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Health Loris, McLeod Health Seacoast, McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon, and McLeod Behavioral Health.

About The Team

If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Administrative

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care