Advanced Practice Provider-PD - Orthopedic PA
Listed on 2026-02-01
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Advanced Practice Provider-PD - ORtho PA
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Position Type:
Per Diem;
Department:
Orthopedics;
Schedule:
As needed; variable shifts (including potential evening/weekend/holiday coverage based on clinical needs)
Good Samaritan University Hospital, a member of Catholic Health, is seeking a skilled and compassionate Per Diem Orthopedic Physician Assistant (PA) to join our dynamic and growing Orthopedic service line. This role provides hands‑on clinical support across inpatient and emergency settings, ensuring high‑quality, timely orthopedic care to our diverse patient population.
The Orthopedic PA will work collaboratively with orthopedic surgeons, hospitalists, nursing staff, and multidisciplinary teams to support patient evaluation, stabilization, and ongoing management.
Key Responsibilities- Provide clinical care for orthopedic patients in inpatient, ED, and perioperative settings under the supervision of attending orthopedic physicians.
- Perform comprehensive orthopedic assessments, order/interpret diagnostic studies, and participate in treatment planning.
- Conduct joint reductions, splinting, casting, wound management, and other orthopedic procedures within scope.
- Assist in pre-operative and post-operative patient management, including patient education and discharge planning.
- Coordinate care with surgeons, residents, consultants, nursing staff, and ancillary departments to ensure safe and efficient patient throughput.
- Document all clinical encounters in the EMR in accordance with Catholic Health policies and New York State regulations.
- Participate in rounds, consult evaluations, and follow-up assessments as directed.
Required:
- Current New York State Physician Assistant License
- NCCPA certification (active)
- BLS and ACLS certification
- Clinical experience in orthopedics, hospital medicine, emergency medicine, or surgical services
- Strong procedural skills (splinting, casting, joint exams, reduction techniques)
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and patient-centered care skills
Preferred:
- Prior inpatient orthopedic experience
- Experience working in a high-volume hospital or ED setting
Familiarity with EPIC or other major EMR systems
Good Samaritan University Hospital is a flagship member of Catholic Health, providing advanced, award-winning care to the Long Island community. With nationally recognized surgical and trauma services, Good Samaritan is a leader in orthopedic, spine, and sports medicine care, offering a full continuum of services from diagnosis to rehabilitation.
Salary Range: USD $94.60 - USD $94.60 /Hr.
Seniority levelNot Applicable
Employment typeFull-time
Job functionHealth Care Provider
Industries:
Hospitals and Health Care
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