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Ortho Virginia
Hanover, Pennsylvania

Physician Assistant

Physician AssistantFull-Time

Listed compensation

$111k-$167k

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Job Description

At OrthoVirginia, you’re part of a team dedicated to delivering expert orthopedic and therapy care across the state. As Virginia’s largest provider of musculoskeletal care, we offer full-time and part-time opportunities in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

With more than 160 physicians in over 35 locations—including Lynchburg, Northern Virginia, Richmond, Southwest Virginia, and Hampton Roads—OrthoVirginia is a leader in orthopedic surgery, non-surgical care, and physical, hand, and occupational therapy. Our nationally recognized specialists treat a full range of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions, helping patients of all ages move, heal, and thrive.

Join us and become part of a trusted network committed to excellence in orthopedic care.

Position Summary

Advance Your Career in Orthopedic Medicine

OrthoVirginia, the premier provider of orthopedic and therapy care in Virginia, is seeking a dedicated and licensed Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our esteemed team. Step into a role where your skills and passion for exceptional care will thrive in a collaborative, patient-centered environment.

Why Join OrthoVirginia?

OrthoVirginia is the largest orthopedic practice in Virginia, featuring 35 state-of-the-art locations across Hampton Roads, Lynchburg, Northern Virginia, Richmond, and Southwest Virginia. We deliver innovative orthopedic and therapy services in a professional, team-oriented atmosphere. As part of our team, you’ll benefit from our integrated care model, expert support, and our mission to transform lives through exceptional healthcare.

What We Offer

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Competitive salary, excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off (PTO), and a generous 401(k) incentive plan.

Robust Protection: Short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and paid malpractice insurance.

  • Wellness Focus: A company-wide wellness program to support your health and well-being.
  • Career Growth: Opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career in orthopedic medicine.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct physical exams, compile medical histories, and implement treatment plans for both new and established patients.

  • Order and interpret diagnostic studies to ensure accurate and timely care.
  • Educate patients and their families on treatment plans, medications, and the road to recovery.
  • Provide preoperative and postoperative care in coordination with supervising physicians.
  • Participate in surgical procedures and provide intraoperative care in the OR as needed.
  • Maintain accurate and thorough medical records while ensuring compliance with practice guidelines.
  • Collaborate with physicians and the broader care team to deliver outstanding patient outcomes.
  • Perform procedures and assessments with precision and professionalism, ensuring continuity of care.

What You Bring to the Team

  • Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner program.
  • Board certified Virginia State License.
  • BLS certification and commitment to maintaining CEUs in clinical practice.
  • A minimum of 2 years of experience in orthopedic or related fields (highly desired), though new graduates with a passion for orthopedics are encouraged to apply.
  • Strong communication, customer service, and decision-making skills.

Ability to work independently, respond effectively in emergency situations, and maintain professionalism at all times.

Your Opportunity Awaits

Joining OrthoVirginia means becoming part of a community dedicated to delivering world-class orthopedic care while prioritizing the well-being and professional growth of our team members. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, apply today and make an impact with Virginia’s leading orthopedic provider.

Other Details

  • Must be able to communicate effectively with a wide range of audiences
  • Able to lift 30 lbs without assistance
  • Employment contingent on successful completion of background, drug, and TB screen

Compensation Range for This Position

$111,200.00 - $166,800.00

Compensation for this role will be based on several factors, including the candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, education, skills, certifications, geography/market, and internal equity considerations.

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Requirements

Candidates must have completed an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program and hold a valid Virginia State License. A minimum of 2 years of experience in orthopedics is highly desired, along with BLS certification.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Medical history compilationTreatment planningDiagnostic study interpretationPatient educationPreoperative careSurgical assistanceMedical record maintenanceClinical documentation

Orthopedics — Physician Assistant Career Context

Of the 50 active Physician Assistant listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 66% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$139k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $142k in an average-cost state. 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Physician Assistant market look like in Pennsylvania?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$111k–$167kPhysician Assistant median $128k (middle half $110k–$155k)39 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$142k in purchasing powerPennsylvania index 97.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physician Assistant listings in Pennsylvania277 active4,623 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 10% remote · 66% no call · 64% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedPennsylvania Physician Assistant listings: 23% state a sign-on bonus (median $13k) · 4% offer loan repayment277 active listings, Oct 2026
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.

Top Physician Assistant Jobs

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Salary Distribution

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<$150k
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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

25 jobs · 20 employers
401k / retirement match
84% this job
CME allowance
56% this job
Sign-on bonus
48%
Relocation assistance
24%
Loan repayment
12%

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 1.5
Below most Orthopedics (PA) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 56 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Ortho Virginia

Medical Practices
Richmond, VA
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive salary
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off (PTO)
401(k) incentive plan
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid malpractice insurance
Wellness program

Living in Hanover

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$285k≈ 2.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,401/mo≈ 15% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
96.0
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 · York-Hanover, PA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.