University of Washington

Physician Assistant (PA-C) - Total Joint Service - Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine

University of Washington$126K — $178K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Current Washington State Physician Assistant License required.
  • Graduate Degree from an accredited PA program needed.
  • Must be a nationally certified PA-C with DEA authorization.
  • Experience in an interdisciplinary collaborative team environment is essential.
  • Experience in orthopaedic care preferred, but training is available for motivated candidates.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary health team in joint replacement services.
  • Provide comprehensive orthopaedic patient care in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
  • Engage with orthopaedic surgeons, plastic surgeons, and rehabilitation specialists.
  • Assist in the training and supervision of orthopaedic residents and fellows.
  • Contribute to research, teaching, and mentoring within the faculty-ranking system.

Benefits

  • Paid time off equivalent to one month available due to 11 months of service compensation.
  • Flexible start date options available in fall or winter 2026/2027.
  • Annual appointment with a structured service period.
  • Access to comprehensive benefits through university policies.
Full Job Description
Job Description

This position is being recruited for through a secondary applicant tracking system. To be considered for the role, please apply at the following link: Position Details - Academic Personnel & Faculty

We are recruiting a full-time physician assistant at the faculty rank of Teaching Associate to join our total joint replacement service. Our Physician Assistant (PA) will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary health team that in addition to orthopaedic surgeons may include plastic surgeons, primary care and rehabilitation medicine physicians, occupational therapists, as well as orthopaedic residents and fellows. Our PAs are responsible for providing comprehensive orthopaedic care to patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. PAs with experience in orthopaedic care are preferred but we can train motivated and talented individuals. The position is on an annual appointment with a 12-month service period (July 1-June 30). Faculty with 12-month service periods are paid for 11 months of service over a 12-month period (July-June), meaning the equivalent of one month is available for paid time off. This position has a flexible start date in fall or winter 2026/2027.

Salary:
The base salary range for this position will be: $10,500 - $14,850 per month ($126,000-178,200 annually) commensurate with qualifications and years of experience as a physician assistant, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. Please note that only compensation provided by the University is included in University benefit determinations and calculations.

Physicians Practice Plans:
For practitioners holding an appointment in one of the physicians practice plans, additional benefits that may be available can be found here: https://faculty.uwmedicine.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/UWP-Benefits-Summary-for-recruitingef-edits-v3.pdf

Qualifications
1. Current and valid Washington State Physician Assistant License.

2. Graduate Degree from an accredited PA program. Nationally certified PA-C with DEA.

3. Proven excellence working in an interdisciplinary collaborative team environment.

Application Instructions
Please submit your CV, cover letter/personal statement, and contact information for 3 professional references via Interfolio.

Applicants should articulate how their past experiences and/or future plans in research, teaching, mentoring, patient care, and/or service promote a sense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:
$126,000.00 annual
Pay Range Maximum:
$178,200.00 annual
Other Compensation:

Benefits:
For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)
Temporary or Regular?
This is a regular position
FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):
100.00%
Union/Bargaining Unit:
Not Applicable

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