Physician Assistant/NP
Job Description
About the Role
Join Mid-America Orthopedics as a Physician Assistant/NP – Orthopedics, Surgical Assistance in United States.
Key Responsibilities
- Clinical Care:
- Conduct comprehensive orthopedic evaluations, including patient histories and physical examinations.
- Order, interpret, and review diagnostic imaging and laboratory tests.
- Develop and implement treatment plans for acute and chronic orthopedic conditions.
Requirements
- Education: Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
- Licensure: Current state PA license; NCCPA certification required.
- Experience:
- Minimum [1–3] years of orthopedic or surgical experience preferred.
Benefits & Compensation
- 401(k) with employer match.
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Call responsibilities required.
- Day shift only - no nights.
Apply to join Mid-America Orthopedics as a Physician Assistant/NP – Orthopedics, Surgical Assistance.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician Assistant/NP at Mid-America Orthopedics a 3.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Orthopedic Surgery nurse practitioner listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.
Orthopedic Surgery — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
This Orthopedic Surgery position at Mid-America Orthopedics is open to nurse practitioner candidates.
Nurse Practitioners are among the fastest-growing healthcare professions, with expanding scope of practice in many states and strong demand for telehealth and primary care roles.
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 evaluation, Diagnostic imaging interpretation, Joint injections, Aspirations, Casting, Splinting, Wound care, Surgical assistance. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Orthopedic Surgery role.
Core responsibilities: The Physician Assistant/NP provides comprehensive orthopedic care, including patient evaluations, diagnostic interpretation, and the development of treatment plans. They also assist surgeons in the operating room and manage pre- and post-operative patient care.
Benefits package: Competitive Salary, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401k, Paid Time Off, CEU Allowance, Licensure/Certification Reimbursement. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
About WeekdayDoc
WeekdayDoc is the only healthcare job board that scores every position for burnout risk and work-life balance. Every listing includes a proprietary burnout score, transparent salary data when available, and lifestyle filters for no-call, no-weekends, and remote positions. Browse more Orthopedic Surgery nurse practitioner jobs on WeekdayDoc to compare work-life balance scores and compensation across employers.
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
Full-time
Posted
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