Multicare Health

Orthopedic Physician Assistant - Clinic Access

Multicare Health$172K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Licensed in Washington State by start of employment
  • DEA, NPI, & prescriptive authority
  • Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification
  • Experience in orthopedic patient care
  • Strong diagnostic skills related to musculoskeletal disorders

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and diagnose musculoskeletal disorders and injuries
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
  • Perform joint injections and arthrocentesis
  • Interpret diagnostic imaging such as X-rays and MRIs
  • Manage postoperative care including pain control
  • Educate patients on injury prevention and rehabilitation
  • Maintain accurate patient records

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation with potential sign-on and relocation incentives
  • Comprehensive medical and dental benefits
  • Generous paid time off for work/life balance
  • Career growth opportunities including student loan repayment
  • Access to a medical device incubator for innovative healthcare solutions
  • Wellness support including mental health services
  • Lifestyle benefits of living in the scenic Pacific Northwest
Full Job Description

Growing Orthopedic and Sports Medicine practice, providing patient access to the specialty, working with multiple subspecialties including shoulder/upper extremity, hand, total joint, hip preservation, sports medicine and trauma.

FTE: 1.0 Shift: Day Schedule: 4x10's

What We Have to Offer

  • Competitive compensation: Attractive salary with potential sign-on and relocation.

  • Top-tier benefits: Medical, dental, CME, retirement plans, and malpractice insurance (including tail).

  • Generous time off: Ample time to recharge and maintain work/life balance.

  • Career growth: Student loan repayment, leadership training, and advancement opportunities.

  • Innovation Lab: Partner with our medical device incubator to develop cutting-edge healthcare solutions.

  • Wellness support: Access to mental health services and wellness coaching.

  • Pacific Northwest lifestyle: Enjoy stunning views and outdoor adventures in a vibrant community.

Please contact Carla Voss with questions:

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Position Summary

The orthopedic clinic APP is a key provider within the ambulatory orthopedic team, focusing on comprehensive musculoskeletal care in the outpatient setting. They collaborate closely with patients, family members, and a multidisciplinary team to evaluate, diagnose, and treat orthopedic conditions, ensuring optimal recovery and mobility.
This position specializes in assessing and managing orthopedic injuries and conditions, providing non-surgical treatment options, and overseeing rehabilitation strategies. The clinic APP will perform joint injections, arthrocentesis, diagnostic imaging reviews, and minor outpatient procedures while educating patients on injury prevention and long-term musculoskeletal health. Additionally, they contribute to evidence-based orthopedic care, optimizing treatment protocols and supporting continuity of care.Responsibilities Evaluation and diagnosis of musculoskeletal disorders and injuries Development and implementation of individualized treatment plans Joint injections, arthrocentesis, and other minor outpatient procedures Interpretation of diagnostic imaging (X-rays, MRIs, CT scans) Postoperative care management, including wound assessment, pain control, and rehabilitation guidance Patient education on injury prevention, rehabilitation, and orthopedic health Maintain accurate patient records while adhering to hospital policies and regulations Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, and clinical staff to ensure coordinated care Participate in clinic-based call rotation as needed Requirements Licensed in the state of WA by the time of employment DEA, NPI & prescriptive authority Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by the American Heart Association

About Good Samaritan Hospital

MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital is a 388-bed acute-care hub serving Puyallup and East Pierce County. As the areas only hospital, it features a Family Birth Center, Level III Trauma and Neonatal ICUs, Level I Trauma Rehabilitation Center, Childrens Therapy Unit and a 24-hour Emergency Department. Innovative facilities like the LEED Gold-certified Dally Tower and Pulse Heart Institute make Good Samaritan a dynamic workplace for clinicians eager to advance their careers in a state-of-the-art environment.

About the Puyallup Community

Nestled at the foot of Mount Rainier along the Puyallup River, Puyallup offers a welcoming small-town feel just 10 miles from Tacoma and 35 miles from Seattle. Residents enjoy unique dining, an antique-filled downtown, excellent schools and abundant parks and recreation all while being close to big-city opportunities.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $172,000.00 - $172,000.00 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicants years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.

About Multicare Health

MultiCare Health System is a not-for-profit health care organization that provides a range of medical services in the Pacific Northwest. The organization was founded in 1882 and is headquartered in Tacoma, Washington. MultiCare operates hospitals, clinics, and urgent care centers in Washington and Idaho. The organization employs over 20,000 people and serves more than 1 million patients each year. MultiCare is committed to providing high-quality, affordable health care to the communities it serves.
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