Description

Step into a role where your clinical expertise and surgical skill truly make an impact. Coastal Orthopedics & Sports Medicine is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant to join our orthopedic team, working closely with our physicians in both clinic and operating room settings. If you thrive in a fastpaced environment, value teamwork, and want to grow your surgical experience, this is an exceptional opportunity.

About the Role

As a Physician Assistant on our team, you will practice medicine under physician supervision in accordance with Florida law and hospitalgranted privileges. Your work will span both clinical and surgical settings, supporting patient care from initial evaluation through postoperative followup.

What You’ll Do

Clinical Responsibilities

        Perform comprehensive medical histories and physical examinations

        Provide direct patient care in clinic, including:

o    Splinting and casting

o    Fracture and dislocation reduction

o    Postoperative followups, wound checks, and revisits

o    Fluoroscopies and injections

        Complete all required documentation: H&Ps, progress notes, orders, consult dictations, discharge summaries

        Order appropriate diagnostic tests

        Prepare patients for surgery, including labs, clearances, and scheduling

        Provide referrals and discharge instructions

        Participate in hospital rounds and consults

        Take part in oncall rotation

Surgical Responsibilities

        Verify medical clearances and ensure all preop documentation is complete

        Review all diagnostic tests (labs, EKGs, Xrays, MRIs)

Assist in the OR with:
o    Patient positioning and draping

o    Surgical site preparation

o    Retraction, suction, irrigation, and maintaining a clear operative field

o    Passing instruments and supplies

o    Hemostasis (sponging, clamping, tying, cauterizing)

o    Suturing and closing incisions

o    Dressing application

o    Sponge, needle, and instrument counts

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program
Experience

        Minimum 1 year as a Physician Assistant

        Orthopedic experience strongly preferred

Licensure & Certifications

        Current Florida PA license

        CPR Basic Certification

        Experience in orthopedic, clinic, or hospital settings preferred

Ready to help make a difference in patient care? Apply today and join Coastal Orthopedics, where every role plays a crucial part in our mission!

Coastal Orthopedics is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.