Orthopedic Surgery- Surgical First Assist- Full-Time-PA

Join Atrium Health Musculoskeletal Institute as an Orthopedic APP supporting our Union market — part of Advocate Health, one of the largest nonprofit integrated health systems in the country. At Advocate Health, we’re committed to being a Best Place to Care—where clinicians are empowered, heard, and equipped to do their best work.

About the role

This role will support orthopedic services, working with a total joint surgeon. You will have the opportunity to see patients independently in clinic, assist in the OR, and participate in orthopedic call. The practice consists of orthopedic subspecialty surgeons, APPs, and Primary Care Sports Medicine physicians.

Location & Setting

Atrium Health Musculoskeletal Institute Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Indian Trail in an ambulatory care setting, with coverage at Union and Union West hospitals.

Responsibilities

• See patients in the clinical setting
• First assist in surgery, including primary total joint procedures
• Assist with orthopedic call
• Serve a diverse patient population as an independent practitioner in the clinical setting

Team & Support Structure

The team consists of five orthopedic surgeons, one primary care sports medicine physician, and five APPs. A robust onboarding process includes opportunities to shadow in the OR and clinics as needed.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program; Master's Degree preferred
• Current North Carolina Medical Board Medical License, certified by NCCPA
• Current American Heart Association or Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required to start
• Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and Department of Public Safety (DPS) registration for prescription writing required to start
• Two years of orthopedic, urgent care, or emergency medicine experience preferred

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs for eligible positions
• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k) options with employer contributions and access to financial wellness resources
• Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family support benefits, including parental leave, adoption assistance, and surrogacy support
• Educational assistance and professional development programs
• Paid medical liability insurance
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowances
• Relocation assistance

Pay

Pay Range: $51.05 - $76.60 per hour

Schedule

• Full-time position, 40 hours per week
• Clinic days: Monday through Friday, 0800 to 1700
• Rotation through the call schedule is required
• OR days: hours vary