Physician Assistant - Trauma Surgery

Azza HealthCare Agency; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

paid relocation

tuition reimbursement

CME allowance

comprehensive insurance

PTO

holidays

disability coverage

a 5% 401(k) contribution

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency in Pittsburgh seeks a Physician Assistant to provide high‑quality inpatient and outpatient care in a fast‑paced environment. You will assess patients, establish diagnoses, implement treatment plans, prescribe medications, and perform procedures within scope.

You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and specialists, participate in morbidity and mortality conferences and journal clubs, document thoroughly in the EHR, and communicate clearly with patients and families.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Physician Assistant studies and current licensure.
• Licensed to practice as a Physician Assistant in the relevant state.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and outpatient care in a fast-paced environment.
• Assess patients and establish diagnoses.
• Implement treatment plans and prescribe medications.
• Perform procedures within scope of practice.
• Interpret diagnostic tests.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and specialists.
• Document thoroughly in the EHR.
• Communicate with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
• Participate in morbidity and mortality conferences, journal clubs, and case discussions.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Procedural proficiency

Communication

Teamwork

Policy adherence

Education

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant studies

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Seeking a Physician Assistant to provide inpatient and outpatient care in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include assessing patients, establishing diagnoses, implementing treatment plans, prescribing medications, performing procedures within scope, and interpreting diagnostic tests. The role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, and specialists, and participating in regular educational meetings such as morbidity and mortality conferences, journal clubs, and case discussions. The position requires accurate documentation in an electronic health record system and effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare providers. Candidates must hold a Master's Degree in Physician Assistant studies and possess relevant licensure. Key skills include clinical judgment, procedural proficiency, strong communication, teamwork, and adherence to policies and evidence-based practices. The role offers support staff such as advanced practice providers, minimal operating room time, and opportunities for procedures and outpatient care.

• paid relocation
• tuition reimbursement
• CME allowance
• comprehensive insurance
• PTO
• holidays
• disability coverage
• a 5% 401(k) contribution

The role emphasizes patient safety, ethical care, continuous learning, and collaboration within a supportive team environment.