Current opportunities include Hand, Spine and Ortho Trauma.
Company Description
Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates (POA) has provided exceptional orthopaedic care to the Delmarva Peninsula community for over 72 years. With a team of 15 physicians, 21 PAs and 2 NPs, POA offers a focused and specialized approach to orthopaedics. The physicians represent a broad spectrum of sub-speciality orthopaedic care and provide advanced orthopaedic treatments and services. We value the intimacy of a small-town atmosphere and treat patients as friends and neighbours.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for a Physician Assistant (PA) within our clinics and ORs. The PA will be responsible for assisting in orthopaedic surgeries, conducting patient examinations, diagnosing injuries and conditions, developing treatment plans, and providing post-operative care. The role will also involve collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals, maintaining patient records, and ensuring high-quality patient care.
Qualifications
- Experience and knowledge in orthopaedic surgery
- Ability to assist in surgeries and perform surgical procedures
- Strong diagnostic and treatment planning skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work well in a team and collaborate with healthcare professionals
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Compassion and empathy for patients
- Active licensure and certification as a Physician Assistant (or graduating in 2025)
Current opportunities include Hand, Spine and Ortho Trauma. PAs are an integral part of our patient care and enjoy an autonomous patient care experience with a mix of clinic and OR working with fellowship-trained surgeons in a very collegial environment.
A great place to live with the beach and the Chesapeake Bay equally close. Virginia Beach, Baltimore, Washington DC and Philadelphia are nearby for city attractions. Outdoor amenities abound. Salisbury University offers competitive sports and cultural events. A growing area with a great family environment.