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West Chester, Pennsylvania

Physician Assistant - Office Based

Physician AssistantFull-Time

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Job Description

  • Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to support a Podiatrist, Chief.
  • Location: West Chester and Kennett Square
  • Organization: Premier Orthopaedics, in partnership with Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder

Overview

Premier Orthopaedics, in partnership with Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder, is seeking a dedicated and skilled Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team in West Chester and Kennett Square. As two of the region’s most respected providers of orthopedic and upper extremity care, we offer a collaborative, patient-focused environment that prioritizes clinical excellence, innovation, and ongoing professional development.

Position Summary

The APP provides advanced clinical care under the supervision of orthopedic physician. Responsibilities include assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and patient education. The role also includes triaging patient calls, performing procedures such as suturing and injections, responding to emergencies, and collaborating closely with physicians and clinical staff. This is a full-time on-site role.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assess, diagnose, and treat acute and chronic orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions
  • Perform procedures including injections and suturing as appropriate
  • Triage and respond to patient calls in a timely and professional manner
  • Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons, clinical staff, and other healthcare providers
  • Develop and update patient care plans, documenting interventions accurately
  • Educate patients and families on treatment plans, exercises, and post-operative care
  • Support clinical operations including clinic and hospital rounds as needed
  • Maintain compliance with all regulatory and safety standards, including HIPAA
  • Participate in ongoing professional development and quality improvement initiatives

Qualifications

Education

  • BSN required; MSN preferred for Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
  • Successful completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program

Licenses & Certifications

  • Current Nurse Practitioner license or Physician Assistant license in the state of practice
  • BLS certification required
  • Additional certifications per state regulations or specialty may be preferred

Experience

  • Minimum of two years of professional nursing experience in a clinic or hospital environment
  • Skill in evaluating patient problems, developing/revising care plans, and providing appropriate interventions

Compensation & Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans
  • 100% employer-paid life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer Safe Harbor contribution and discretionary profit sharing
  • Benefits are effective on your hire date (for full-time employees)
  • Generous paid sick and vacation time
  • 7 paid holidays annually
  • Opportunities for growth and advancement
  • Employee referral reward program

About Premier Orthopaedics & Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder

Premier Orthopaedics and Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center (PHSC) are leading providers of comprehensive musculoskeletal care throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.

Premier Orthopaedics delivers expert treatment for orthopedic injuries, joint disease, interventional spine care, regenerative medicine, and comprehensive physical therapy services, supported by more than 120 providers across 50+ locations. Our facilities include state-of-the-art MRI centers, outpatient surgery centers, physical therapy clinics, and orthopedic urgent care centers to ensure timely access to high-quality, patient-focused care.

Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center (PHSC), a division of Premier Orthopaedics, has been nationally recognized for more than 50 years for its specialized care of the hand, wrist, elbow, arm, and shoulder. Our fellowship-trained surgeons and certified Hand and Occupational Therapists collaborate to provide seamless care—from diagnosis and treatment to post-operative and rehabilitative recovery.

With 20+ convenient locations across Pennsylvania and New Jersey, PHSC offers advanced, integrated care to restore function, mobility, and quality of life for patients with upper extremity conditions.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Orthopedic assessmentTreatment planningClinical documentationRegulatory complianceHIPAA compliance

Orthopedics — Physician Assistant Career Context

Of the 50 active Orthopedics listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 72% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Orthopedics market look like in Pennsylvania?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedOrthopedics median $128k (middle half $113k–$155k)37 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingPennsylvania index 97.6US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Orthopedics listings in Pennsylvania5 active54 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 4% remote · 72% no call · 68% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

30 jobs · 26 employers
401k / retirement match
83% this job
CME allowance
67%
Sign-on bonus
43%
Relocation assistance
20%
Loan repayment
3%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.5this job 1.5
Below most Orthopedics (PA) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 52 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About PHSC

Medical Practices
Philadelphia
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) with Safe Harbor
Profit Sharing
Paid Sick Time
Paid Vacation

Living in West Chester

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$555k
Typical market rent
$2,277/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
102.6
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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