Physician Assistant - Orthopedic Surgery in Palm Springs, CA
Listed compensation
$110k-$177k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Tenet Healthcare is seeking a full-time Orthopedic Physician Assistant to join a dynamic orthopedic surgery team in Palm Springs. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced orthopedic surgeons in a level 1 Trauma Center, supporting patients throughout their surgical and recovery journey.
The Physician Assistant will play a key role in both the clinical and surgical settings, providing high-quality patient care while contributing to the efficiency and success of the orthopedic program.
Position Highlights
- Full-time Physician Assistant role within a busy Orthopedic Surgery practice
- Blend of clinic, hospital rounding, and operating room support
- Opportunity to first assist in orthopedic procedures and provide perioperative care
- Evaluate patients, obtain histories, perform physical exams, and develop treatment plan
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary - $110,240 - $176,800
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance
- Malpractice insurance coverage
About Palm Springs
Located in the beautiful Coachella Valley, Palm Springs is known for its stunning desert landscapes, warm climate, and world-class recreation. Residents enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, golf, and cycling year-round, along with vibrant arts, dining, and cultural events.
Palm Springs offers a relaxed lifestyle with easy access to larger metropolitan areas such as Los Angeles and San Diego, making it an ideal place for healthcare professionals seeking both career growth and exceptional quality of life
Key Responsibilities
The Physician Assistant will support experienced orthopedic surgeons in a Level 1 Trauma Center, assisting patients through their surgical and recovery phases. Key duties involve providing high-quality patient care in both clinical and surgical environments to enhance the orthopedic program's success.
Requirements
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program and possess current PA licensure and DEA eligibility. Additional certifications are required based on governing board and facility bylaws.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Assistant Career Context
Of the 50 active Orthopedic Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 66% have no call, 70% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$144k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $130k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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Living in Palm Springs
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $833k≈ 7.6× annual pay
- Typical market rent
- $2,110/mo≈ 23% of gross pay
- Residents’ average commute
- 22 min
- Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
- 106.4
- State income tax
- Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
BEA 2024 · Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.
Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.