Per Diem Physician Assistant
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Job Description
About the Role
Join Arthritis Knee Pain Centers as a Per Diem Physician Assistant – Orthopedic Medicine in United States. Arthritis Knee Pain Centers is looking to bring a dedicated Physician Assistant onto our team! As a physician assistant at Arthritis Knee Pain Centers, you will play a critical role in helping patients with joint pain and arthritis find relief through our cutting-edge treatments and therapies.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct diagnostic tests to determine the extent of joint damage.
- Perform various screenings to develop patient treatment plans including recommending supplements, injections, and other therapies.
- Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Educate patients about their condition, treatment options, and preventative measures they can take to minimize joint pain and damage.
Benefits & Compensation
- 401(k) with employer match.
Work Schedule
- Per Diem position.
- Flexible scheduling available.
Apply to join Arthritis Knee Pain Centers as a Per Diem Physician Assistant – Orthopedic Medicine.
Key Skills
Requirements
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Per Diem Physician Assistant at Arthritis Knee Pain Centers a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Orthopedic Surgery physician assistant listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Assistant Career Context
This Orthopedic Surgery position at Arthritis Knee Pain Centers 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.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Orthopedic Medical Procedures, Time Management, Multi-tasking, Social Perceptiveness, Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Organizational Skills, MS Office. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Orthopedic Surgery role.
Core responsibilities: Evaluate patients with joint pain and arthritis to determine and implement the best course of treatment. Conduct diagnostic tests, perform screenings, and educate patients on preventative measures and therapies.
Benefits package: 401K with match, License renewal reimbursement, Paid time off, Educational programs. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
About WeekdayDoc
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Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (2)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position shows moderate burnout protection with 2 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Per Diem
Posted
today
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