Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant (Sports Medicine)

Job Description

Job Description

Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant – Sports Medicine
Mostly outpatient with some OR time
Location: New York City & Westchester County, NY
Salary: $135,000–$145,000 (maximum)
Schedule: Full-Time
Experience Level: Open to new graduates (1+ year of experience preferred)

Position Overview
An established orthopedic sports medicine practice is seeking a Physician Assistant to support a high-volume, patient-centered clinical and surgical team. This role is primarily outpatient-focused, with dedicated time assisting in the operating room. The position supports sports medicine physicians specializing in shoulder, elbow, and general orthopedic care for pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients.

The role is split between office locations in Manhattan and Westchester County. Reliable transportation is required.

Key Responsibilities
Under the supervision of orthopedic sports medicine physicians, the Physician Assistant will:

• Obtain, document, and interpret comprehensive patient histories and physical exams

• Evaluate patients, establish diagnoses, and develop treatment plans

• Order, review, and interpret laboratory studies and imaging (X-ray, MRI, CT)

• Provide care for established and post-operative patients

• Administer therapeutic injections and perform minor procedures

• Assist in pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative surgical care

• Support operating room procedures, including patient positioning, retractor placement, and maintaining surgical flow

• Conduct patient education, including surgical preparation and post-op care instructions

• Coordinate care with physicians, nursing staff, coordinators, and scheduling teams

• Triage patient calls, manage prescriptions, and document care appropriately

• Complete disability and insurance documentation

• Maintain surgical logs and assist with clinical documentation

• Participate in clinical research and educational initiatives as assigned

• Successfully complete EHR system training (EPIC)

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program

• Current New York State Physician Assistant license

• BLS and ACLS certification

• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and patient management skills

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-volume setting

• Reliable transportation for travel between multiple office locations

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree

• Prior orthopedic surgery experience, particularly in sports medicine and/or shoulder and elbow

• Experience in both outpatient clinical and operating room environments

• Spanish fluency

Compensation & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Collaborative, physician-led environment

• Strong clinical learning and growth opportunity

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