Physician Assistant PA -Surgical Orthopedics

1 month ago

United StatesFull TimeOrthopedic Surgery

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Ascension as a Physician Assistant PA -Surgical Orthopedics in United States.

Key Responsibilities

Provide direct diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive health care services under the supervision of a physician.

Obtain patient history and performs assessment.

Order, perform and interpret diagnostic procedures.

Provide and document direct treatment and management of health conditions.

Requirements

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Benefits & Compensation

matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: pro

rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays Career growth: Ascension

paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning Emotional well

renovated 16 operating room suite The hospital is centrally located in the fastest growing county in the state of Tennessee on a beautiful 68

Work Schedule

Full-time position.

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

Apply to join Ascension as a Physician Assistant PA -Surgical Orthopedics.

Key Skills

Physician AssistantSurgical OrthopedicsDiagnostic ProceduresTherapeutic CarePreventive Health CarePatient AssessmentTreatment ManagementPatient CounselingFamily EducationBLS ProviderCerner EMRSurgical AssistanceHealth Care Services

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Position Insights

Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Assistant Career Context

This Orthopedic Surgery position at Ascension 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: Physician Assistant, Surgical Orthopedics, Diagnostic Procedures, Therapeutic Care, Preventive Health Care, Patient Assessment, Treatment Management, Patient Counseling. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Orthopedic Surgery role.

Core responsibilities: The Physician Assistant will provide direct diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive healthcare services under physician supervision, including obtaining patient history, performing assessments, and interpreting diagnostic procedures. Responsibilities also involve direct treatment management, documen...

Benefits package: Health coverage, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, Employer-matched 403(b), Disability insurance, Life insurance. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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