Physician Assistant

Orthopedic Associates

• $85K — $100K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree and completion of a PA program
  • Understanding of clinical workflows and healthcare operations
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication abilities
  • Training experience in a clinical setting

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and manage Foot & Ankle patients within clinical pathways
  • Provide postoperative follow-up care including wound assessment
  • Identify patients for surgical intervention and facilitate evaluations
  • Develop expertise in Foot & Ankle conditions using evidence-based protocols
  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals for coordinated patient care
  • Expand patient access to specialized services through clinic care
  • Support program growth through quality improvement initiatives

Benefits

  • Collaborative and rewarding work environment
  • Opportunities for ongoing professional development
  • Up to 3 weeks paid time off in the first year
  • 7 paid holidays
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
  • 401k/Profit Sharing
  • Workplace grounded in respect, compassion, and integrity
Full Job Description
Orthopedic Associates (OA) is seeking a skilled and knowledgeable Physician Assistant to join our Foot and Ankle team. This is a full-time position and must be open to travel to any OA clinic location.

What You'll Do:
  • Evaluate and manage new and established Foot & Ankle patients within defined clinical pathways and scope of practice, providing high-quality subspecialty orthopedic care.
  • Provide postoperative follow-up care, including wound assessment, imaging review, rehabilitation progression, and return-to-activity guidance.
  • Identify patients who may benefit from surgical intervention and facilitate timely evaluation and collaboration with the Foot & Ankle surgeon.
  • Develop expertise in Foot & Ankle conditions and utilize evidence-based treatment protocols to deliver consistent and effective patient care.
  • Collaborate with physicians, therapists, athletic trainers, and support staff to ensure coordinated care and an exceptional patient experience.


How You'll Make an Impact:
  • Expand patient access to specialized Foot & Ankle services through independent and collaborative clinic care.
  • Help establish and optimize clinical workflows, referral processes, scheduling pathways, and follow-up procedures that support efficient patient care.
  • Enhance continuity of care by serving as a key clinical partner within a team-based Foot & Ankle service line.
  • Support the growth and scalability of the program through participation in quality improvement, outcomes tracking, and patient education initiatives.
  • Serve as an ambassador for the Foot & Ankle program by building strong relationships with patients, referring providers, and community partners.


What We Offer:

  • A collaborative, respected, and professionally rewarding work environment where your expertise makes a meaningful impact


  • Opportunities for ongoing professional development, skill enhancement, and long-term career growth.

  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
    • Up to 3 weeks paid time off during first year.
    • 7 paid holidays
    • Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
    • 401k/Profit Sharing

  • A workplace grounded in mutual respect, compassion, and integrity, where your contributions are valued and recognized.


Required Experience and Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree and successful completion of a PA program
  • Understanding of clinical workflows and healthcare operations
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and training skills


Work Authorization
  • Must be able to provide required documentation stating that the employee is legal to work in the United States.


Other Duties:
  • Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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