Perm - Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgery - Orthopedic Needed in Coos Bay, OR

Job description

Shift Type: Days + On-Call

Schedule: Day shift (full-time, 40 hrs/week)

On-Call: Shared equitably among providers (includes weekdays, weekends, holidays, and night coverage as needed)

Weekend Requirements: Occasional weekend call

Opening Reason: Growth and expansion of orthopedic services

POSITION OVERVIEW

Team Assignment: PAs are assigned to a pool of 2–3 orthopedic surgeons

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform comprehensive and problem-focused history and physical exams

Interpret and correlate lab, imaging, and diagnostic procedures

Formulate differential diagnoses and treatment plans within scope of practice

Order and interpret diagnostic studies (X-ray, CT, MRI, bone scans, EMG, EKG, etc.)

Prescribe medications, order tests, review labs, and complete progress/discharge notes

Provide pre- and post-operative patient care and education

Surgical first assist (including closures, appliance applications, delegated tasks)

PROCEDURES :

Digital blocks, regional anesthesia, minor outpatient surgical procedures (tendon repair, wound closure, debridement, I&D, biopsies, fracture pinning, k-wire/hardware removal)

Joint/bursa aspirations, closed fracture reductions, dislocation management

Injections (joints, tendons, trigger points, bursa)

Cast, brace, and splint applications

Serve as primary orthopedic call provider for ED consults and inpatients at the Hospital

Conduct hospital rounds, admit/discharge patients, dictate summaries, and participate in multidisciplinary rounding

Utilize Epic EMR for documentation and order entry

Participate in quality assurance, coding documentation queries, and safety initiatives


SKILLS :
Proficiency with EMR (Epic) and clinical documentation

Strong interpersonal and communication skills with patients, families, and healthcare teams

Ability to work independently and handle emergent situations

Knowledge of orthopedic anatomy, procedures, and treatment options

Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Ability to balance multiple responsibilities and perform under stress

Demonstrated initiative, motivation, and commitment to patient-centered care


Physical/Mental/Environmental Requirements
Frequent standing, walking, bending, squatting, reaching, and stretching

Adequate agility, vision, color vision, hearing, and fine motor coordination

Ability to assist with patient transfers and lift up to 75 pounds

Exposure to blood/body fluids (standard precautions required)

Effective communication (oral/written) in-person and by phone

Regular, punctual attendance required


COMPESATION AND BENEFITS:
Base Salary: $160,000 annually (based on experience, full-time 40 hr/week)

Sign-On Bonus: Up to $10,000 (discussed during interview)

Relocation Assistance: Available (if applicable)

CME Allowance + Licensing & Professional Fee Allowance

Generous PTO

Comprehensive Benefits Package (health, dental, vision, retirement with 6% match)

Paid interview expenses

Onsite Employee Health & Wellness Clinic

Onsite Child Care & Learning Center

REQUIREMENTS:

Board Certified Physician Assistant (PA) – Required

Oregon PA License (or willingness to obtain) – Required

Clean Malpractice History & Background – Required

NPDB Self-Query Report – Required at submission

Experience: Minimum 2 years inpatient orthopedic PA experience – Highly Preferred (new grads considered)


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Permanent, full-time position requiring local residency (relocation may be required)

Accepting new grads & experienced providers (experience preferred)

Accepting visa candidates

• Shift(s) Description: Days + On call
• Potential Sign-on Bonus up to $10,000
• Base salary: $160,000