Outpatient Physician Assistant - Orthopedic Surgery

POSITION SUMMARY

Physician Assistant responsible for providing complete, independent workup of all orthopedic conditions in an outpatient setting. Preferred experience in orthopedics including spine, joints, hand, sports, and trauma related conditions. The PA works under the general supervision of the Chief Physician Assistant, attending physician, and Operations Director and is responsible for independent workup of all orthopedic conditions in an outpatient clinic setting.

• Provide direct care, counseling and teaching to a designated patient population in ambulatory, inpatient, operative and/or procedural settings.
• Perform comprehensive and problem‑focused history and physical examination; interpret and correlate laboratory and diagnostic procedures.
• Formulate differential and working diagnoses and develop management plans for orthopedic problems within scope of practice.
• Implement therapeutic interventions and exercise judgment regarding consultation or referral when needed.
• Order, collect, and perform appropriate laboratory or diagnostic procedures, including EMG, ECG, compartment pressure measurements, special X‑rays, CT, MRI, and bone scans.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as joint and bursa aspirations, closed reductions, injections, bracing, cast, and splint applications.
• Document treatment plans, write orders and referrals, and maintain accurate, confidential patient medical records.
• Participate in pre‑operative and post‑operative ordering and medication reconciliation.
• Assist in surgeries (first assist, tissue closures, appliance application) as delegated by the surgeon.
• Facilitate communication with other departments, coordinate patient care plans, and ensure delivery of cost‑effective, efficient care.
• Serve as faculty support, monitoring patient requests via calls, MyChart, and paperwork.
• Engage in inpatient orthopedic care, discharge planning, medication reconciliation, and bedside procedures.
• Participate in weekly staff meetings, monthly grand rounds, and daily huddles.
• Assist with research projects and educational programs for professional development.
• Maintain compliance with NCQA, The Joint Commission, and federal and state regulations.

Qualified Physician Assistants must hold at least a master’s degree and be a graduate of a PA Program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc. (ARC‑PA) or its predecessor.

• National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA) PANCE eligibility.
• Eligibility for PA licensure in the State of Massachusetts with documentation of Massachusetts PA license and initial NCCPA certification upon hire.
• Massachusetts Controlled Substances Registration and federal DEA Controlled Substance Registration.

• 2+ years experience in an orthopedic setting highly preferred.
• 1+ years experience managing patients independently preferred.

• Self‑directed, demonstrating initiative and professionalism.
• Expert clinical judgment to function independently.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English.
• Problem‑solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Interest or expertise in caring for diverse populations with varying levels of health literacy.

Estimated range: $ – $. Compensation is based on education, experience, skills, certifications, and market competitiveness. Boston Medical Center offers additional benefits including medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, bonuses, increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well‑being.

Boston Medical Center is an equal employment and affirmative action employer. It ensures equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression. We may provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with medical conditions or disabilities. For additional information about accommodations, contact Talent Acquisition at Talent acquisition or call 617‑638‑8582.

Boston Medical Center requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID‑19 and flu, and to receive a booster dose of the COVID‑19 vaccine.

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