Traveling Orthopedic PA — Surgical Team Partner

John Hopkin’s University; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 113,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is seeking a Physician Assistant to work within a multidisciplinary orthopedic surgical team under physician supervision. You will evaluate patients, provide therapeutic care, and support diagnostic procedures.

Regular travel to Johns Hopkins locations in the National Capital Region is required. Responsibilities include patient interviews, physical exams, lab testing, developing care plans, assisting in surgeries, preparing for procedures, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required and license to practice as PA.
• Completion of a CAAHEP-certified Physician Assistant program.
• Certification by NCCPA or equivalent.
• Current Maryland PA license or eligible in another state.
• CPR certification required and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients and gather medical histories.
• Perform physical examinations and document findings.
• Order and perform routine and non-routine lab tests as needed.
• Develop care/treatment plans with supervising physician.
• Assist in surgical procedures and post-operative orders.
• Prepare patients for surgery following sterile techniques.
• Assist with postoperative rounds and communication of care plans.
• Educate patients and families on health maintenance and home care.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Surgical assist

Education

Bachelor's Degree

CAAHEP PA program

NCCPA certification

MD/PA license (Maryland)

CPR certification

Job description

The Johns Hopkins Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is seeking a Physician Assistant to work within a multidisciplinary orthopedic surgical team under physician supervision. You will evaluate patients, provide therapeutic care, and support diagnostic procedures.

Regular travel to Johns Hopkins locations in the National Capital Region is required. Responsibilities include patient interviews, physical exams, lab testing, developing care plans, assisting in surgeries, preparing for procedures, and