Orthopedic Physician Assistant
Listed on 2026-02-05
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Healthcare
Physical Therapy
Site:
Nantucket Cottage Hospital
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Join the Nantucket Cottage Hospital Orthopedics team and practice in a collaborative, well-resourced setting. In this role, you’ll run an independent clinic, managing new and follow up patients and first-assist in the OR. Prior orthopedic experience is required, and upper extremity experience is a plus.
Note:
This role does not currently include total joints or hip cases.
Enjoy competitive compensation with RVU and quality incentives, relocation and housing assistance, and the chance to serve a diverse patient population as part of the Mass General Brigham network. Live and work in a scenic island community known for its excellent schools, vibrant downtown, and easy access to Boston and Cape Cod.
Job SummaryThe Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed provider. The PA is responsible for the assessment and management of various populations of patients, medical and/or surgical, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, development of appropriate plans of care and ongoing evaluation. May also perform additional duties, such as precepting a small group of learners.
Essential Functions- Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient population in the ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural setting.
- Performs complete histories and physical examinations.
- Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests.
- Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings.
- Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures.
- Consistently provides high quality and timely documentation including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes and discharge summaries.
- Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population.
Education:
Master’s Degree Physician Assistant required. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No. Licenses and Credentials:
Physician Assistant [State License] - Generic - HR Only required.
2 years of experience as a PA required.
Knowledge,Skills And Abilities
- Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings.
- Ability to maintain quality control standards.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
- Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.
- Standing Frequently (34-66%)
- Walking Frequently (34-66%)
- Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
- Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
- Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
- Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
- Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
- Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
- Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
- Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
- Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
- Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
- Talking Constantly (67-100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Onsite
Work Location57 Prospect Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours40
Employee TypeRegular
Work ShiftDay (United States of America)
Pay Range$ - $/Annual
Grade7
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