Spine Surgery Physician Assistant – OR & Clinic Leader

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Community Medicine Incorporated is hiring a Full-Time Physician Assistant to support orthopedic spine specialists. The role involves working with a spine surgeon in the OR and outpatient clinic, with inpatient rounding on postoperative spine patients.

The PA will evaluate patients, coordinate surgeries, assist in the OR, and participate in a rotating call schedule across multiple UPMC locations. The Staff Advanced Practice Provider acts as a PA or CRNP, setting care standards and

Qualifications

• Contributes to spine care as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Performs independent patient evaluations and coordinates surgeries.
• Assists in the operating room and handles postoperative rounding.
• Engages in rotating call to support spine patients.

Responsibilities

• Applies professional practice knowledge in a spine-focused care setting.
• Communicates effectively with the health care team and patients.
• Demonstrates accountability for clinical development and patient outcomes.
• Leads by collaborating with physicians and other staff to improve care quality.

Skills

Surgical coordination

OR assistance

Outpatient clinic care

Job description

UPMC Community Medicine Incorporated is hiring a Full-Time Physician Assistant to support orthopedic spine specialists. The role involves working with a spine surgeon in the OR and outpatient clinic, with inpatient rounding on postoperative spine patients.

The PA will evaluate patients, coordinate surgeries, assist in the OR, and participate in a rotating call schedule across multiple UPMC locations. The Staff Advanced Practice Provider acts as a PA or CRNP, setting care standards and