Orthopaedic Generalist Physician Assistant

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Job Description

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible

This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.

About the Role

Join UCSF as a Physician Assistant – Orthopaedic Generalist in United States. The Orthopaedic Generalist Physician Assistant position provides autonomy with the ability to work in dual settings; outpatient and inpatient. This PA works in the outpatient environment handling general hand, foot, sports injuries and will also have the opportunity for some inpatient coverage.

Key Responsibilities

will also have the opportunity for some inpatient coverage.

Benefits & Compensation

PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

This position offers student loan benefits. Work with UCSF in United States.

Key Skills

Orthopaedic CarePatient AssessmentJoint AspirationsJoint InjectionsX-ray InterpretationMRI InterpretationAmbulatory Patient CareClinical CollaborationInpatient CoverageOutpatient CareMusculoskeletal ExaminationTreatment PlanningDiagnostic EvaluationOrthopaedic Surgery Support

Requirements

Candidates must have at least five years of experience in orthopaedic specialties within an outpatient setting. A Master's degree is required, along with the ability to interpret diagnostic imaging and perform clinical procedures like joint injections.

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Orthopaedic Generalist Physician Assistant at UCSF a 3.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Orthopedic Surgery physician assistant listings evaluated on our platform.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Assistant Career Context

This Orthopedic Surgery position at UCSF is open to physician assistant candidates.

Physician Assistants enjoy versatile career options across specialties, with competitive compensation and increasing opportunities in outpatient and remote settings.

Nationally, Orthopedic Surgery professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $510k, with the typical range spanning $380k to $700k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Compensation Analysis

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in California.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Orthopaedic Care, Patient Assessment, Joint Aspirations, Joint Injections, X-ray Interpretation, MRI Interpretation, Ambulatory Patient Care, Clinical Collaboration. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Orthopedic Surgery role.

Core responsibilities: The Physician Assistant will provide comprehensive orthopaedic care in both outpatient and inpatient settings, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of surgeons and specialists. Responsibilities include performing diagnostic evaluations, managing musculoskeletal injuries, and assisting in the ...

Benefits package: Health Insurance, Dental and Vision, Retirement Plan, CME Allowance, PSLF Eligible. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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