Orthopedic Physician Assistant - Midwest

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Orthopedic Physician Assistant - Midwest at Icon Health a 9.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as exceptional. This places the position in the top 1% of all Orthopedic Surgery physician assistant listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts, remote work flexibility.

Clinicians in this score range report high career satisfaction and sustainable workloads. This is an ideal fit for providers who prioritize long-term career longevity.

This Orthopedic Surgery position at Icon Health 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.

Remote physician assistant positions in Orthopedic Surgery have grown significantly in recent years, offering clinicians the ability to maintain a full patient panel without geographic constraints or commute-related burnout.

This is a fully remote physician assistant position. Remote clinicians can practice from any state where they hold an active license, eliminating commute time and offering maximum schedule flexibility. Many remote healthcare positions also allow providers to establish a more sustainable long-term practice pattern.

Key skills and qualifications: Orthopedic Telehealth, Diagnosis, Ordering Imaging, Referring Patients, Empathy, Shared Decision Making, Collaboration, Treatment Plan Creation. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Orthopedic Surgery role.

Core responsibilities: The Physician Assistant will perform initial orthopedic telehealth visits, including diagnosis, ordering imaging, and referring patients for in-person care when necessary. They will also build patient trust, communicate with the clinical team, create personalized treatment plans, and navigate the pa...

Benefits package: Malpractice Coverage, Supervising MD Provided, State Licensing Fees Covered, NCCPA Fees Covered, $500/year CME, Full Benefits, 401k, Health Insurance. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.