Physician Assistant – Orthopaedics (Spine Focus)
Location: Portsmouth, NH | Dover NH, | York, ME
Practice: Atlantic Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine
Atlantic Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine is seeking an Orthopedic Physician Assistant to join our dynamic team in Portsmouth, NH. This full-time position will primarily support our fellowship-trained spine surgeon and requires a strong background in orthopaedics, including clinic-based care and inpatient consults.
Our ideal candidate is passionate about patient care, demonstrates excellent clinical judgment, and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Position Overview
The Physician Assistant (PA) will work under the supervision of our spine physician to deliver high-quality, comprehensive care in both the hospital and outpatient settings. Responsibilities include a blend of clinic and OR coverage with the goal of providing efficient and effective care across the continuum.
Key Responsibilities
A. Hospital Duties
- Perform consultations and initial assessments in the Emergency Department
- Admit patients: perform H&Ps, order and interpret labs/imaging, and write progress notes
- First-assist in the operating room
- Support surgical teams with room setup and turnover
- Complete post-operative orders and brief op notes
- Conduct daily inpatient rounds: assess progress, review labs, coordinate care with PT/OT, and complete daily notes/orders
- Apply and manage casts, splints, and braces
- Provide patient and family education
- Collaborate with discharge planners for rehab/home care coordination
- Complete discharge summaries and transfer documentation
B. Outpatient Clinic Duties
- Evaluate and manage new and existing patients with orthopedic/spine conditions
- Formulate and execute treatment plans in collaboration with the supervising physician
- Conduct pre-op assessments and education; complete H&Ps and documentation
- Manage post-op visits including imaging review and wound checks
- Respond to patient inquiries and coordinate communication with other providers
- Authorize medication refills and therapy referrals
- Serve as a liaison between the physician and office staff
- Maintain CME credits, licensure, and certifications
C. Call Coverage
- Participate in rotating call schedule for:
- Inpatient rounding
- ER consultations
- OR assistance
- Return of urgent calls from patients or healthcare providers
Required Qualifications
- Current certification as a Physician Assistant (PA-C)
- Active or eligible for New Hampshire & Maine state licensure
- Minimum of 2 years of orthopedic or surgical PA experience preferred
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Professional demeanor with a commitment to high-quality patient care
Preferred Clinical Skills & Competencies
- Orthopedic diagnosis and treatment protocols
- Admission and discharge of hospital patients
- Comprehensive physical exams (pre-op, sports, post-injury)
- Diagnostic test ordering and interpretation
- Fracture and joint reduction techniques
- Cast/splint application and removal
- Wound closure: suture, subcuticular, staple, and fascia techniques
- In-office procedures: injections, aspirations, foreign body removal, pin removal
- Joint injections (e.g., corticosteroid, viscosupplementation)
- Familiarity with EMRs and medical documentation best practices
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $118,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
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Ability to Commute:
- Portsmouth, NH 03801 (Required)
Work Location: In person
