Physician Assistant - Orthopedics

Physician Assistant 8.0 Work-LifeNo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

Step Into a High-Impact Orthopedic Physican Assistant Role – Serve Those Who Serve

Spectrum Healthcare Resources has an exciting full-time opportunity for an Orthopedic Physician Assistant at Fairfax Health Center in Fairfax, Virginia. This is your chance to independently lead orthopedic care for a unique patient population of over 28,000 active-duty military members — all while working in a collaborative and supportive environment.

You’ll be at the forefront of musculoskeletal care, partnering with Sports Medicine, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and skilled casting technicians to deliver high-quality, mission-focused care. From pediatric cases to complex fractures, you’ll manage a broad orthopedic caseload without the typical administrative hassles.

Role Overview

  • Provide full-spectrum orthopedic care in a general practice setting
  • Treat sports injuries, overuse syndromes, and acute musculoskeletal trauma
  • Handle fracture care, splinting, casting, and dislocations
  • Perform wound care, debridement, and foreign body removal
  • Support pediatric orthopedics, scoliosis evaluations, and more
  • Deliver urgent and follow-up care with autonomy and purpose

Position Highlights

  • Monday–Friday | 40 Hours a Week — No nights, weekends, or call
  • No Malpractice Insurance Hassles — We’ve got it covered
  • Robust Onsite Support — Access to radiology, pediatrics, pharmacy, and lab
  • Generous Benefits — Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k
  • Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Federal Holidays
  • A work culture built on respect, collaboration, and clinical excellence

Requirements

  • Graduate of an ARC-PA accredited PA program
  • NCCPA certification
  • Minimum 2 years of orthopedic experience
  • Active, unrestricted U.S. state license

DEA Registration

U.S. citizenship and valid U.S. Passport or Real ID Driver's License

This is more than a job — it’s a mission-driven opportunity to make a difference in the lives of military service members. Take the next step in your orthopedic career today.

About Prince William County, Virginia

Prince William County is situated on the Potomac River, just over 30 miles southwest of D.C. This vibrant area is highly sought-after and encompasses over 12 unique cities and communities. Blessed with numerous natural resources and an endless array of attractions, visitors and residents alike can enjoy big-city amenities without the hassles of living directly in a metropolis. Some highlights include:

Play a round at Potomac Shores Golf Club, voted one of the top ten golf courses in the U. S

Step back in time and visit one of the many historical sites to learn more about the history of our great Nation

Get outside and explore beautiful outdoor spaces, state parks, and waterways. Hike, bike, kayak, fish, horseback ride, and more

Take a day trip to D.C., Richmond, or beautiful Lake Anna

Company Overview

At Spectrum, we utilize over thirty-five years of experience providing optimal solutions for federal agencies that are both innovative and cost-effective. We hold ourselves to the highest standard to ensure successful outcomes for the facilities and healthcare professionals we serve. As a Joint Commission Certified Healthcare Resource, dependability and service are the driving forces of our mission.

  • EOE/Disabled/Veterans
  • Location: Location
  • US-VA-Dumfries
  • Recruiter: Full Name: First Last
  • Jasmine Goodman
  • Direct phone number
  • 314-744-4266
  • Recruiter: Email
  • Jasmine_Goodman@spectrumhealth.com

Key Responsibilities

Provide full-spectrum orthopedic care for active-duty military members, including treating sports injuries, fractures, and musculoskeletal trauma. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality urgent and follow-up care.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Scoliosis evaluationMusculoskeletal trauma treatment

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician Assistant - Orthopedics at Spectrum Healthcare Resources a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Orthopedic Surgery (PA) — ranked against 317 active Orthopedic Surgery (PA) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Assistant Career Context

Spectrum Healthcare Resources holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 72/100, 68 active listings.

Of the 50 active Orthopedic Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 78% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks34 jobs · 32 employers

401k / retirement match
79% this job
CME allowance
65%
Sign-on bonus
56%
Loan repayment
21%
Relocation assistance
18%

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 8.0
Among the best 10% of Orthopedic Surgery (PA) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 317 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • No nights

Living in Dumfries

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$486k
Typical market rent
$3,106/mo
Residents’ average commute
36 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.9
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Spectrum Healthcare Resources

Hospitals and Health Care
Town and Country, Missouri
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401k
Paid Time Off
11 Paid Federal Holidays
Malpractice Insurance Covered