Physician Assistant - Orthopaedic Trauma
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Job Description
About the Role
Join AtlantiCare as a Physician Assistant - Orthopaedic Trauma in United States. POSITION SUMMARY The Physician Assistant performs diagnostic and therapeutic tasks under the supervision and responsibility of the surgeon or anesthesiologist. The Physician Assistant assists in gathering the data necessary for implementation of the surgeons or anesthesiologists therapeutic plan.
Requirements
- borne pathogens, hazardous substances, and potential injury.
- considerable reaching, stooping, kneeling and crouching
- extensive standing and walking, including stairs
- lifting approximately 25
Benefits & Compensation
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plans with employer contributions
- Term & Long
Work Schedule
- Full-time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
Apply to join AtlantiCare as a Physician Assistant - Orthopaedic Trauma.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Assistant Career Context
This Orthopedic Surgery position at Atlanti Care 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.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in United States.
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Orthopaedic Trauma, Diagnostic Tasks, Therapeutic Tasks, Patient Advocacy, Clinical Applications, ACLS, BLS, Surgical Assistance. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Orthopedic Surgery role.
Core responsibilities: The Physician Assistant performs diagnostic and therapeutic tasks under the supervision of a surgeon or anesthesiologist. They also act as a patient advocate and liaison within the medical care system.
Benefits package: Paid Time Off, Medical Insurance, Prescription Drug Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Retirement Plans, Short-Term Disability Coverage, Long-Term Disability Coverage. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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