Physician Assistant - Newport Beach, California, , United States
6 hours ago
Job description
POSITION SUMMARY: The Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner will provide clinical support in a busy orthopedic practice environment, with a focus on total joint replacement and joint reconstruction, including hip and knee arthroplasty. Working under physician supervision, this role supports patients through evaluations, follow-ups, diagnostic review, and treatment planning for both operative and non-operative orthopedic conditions. Responsibilities include medication management and refills, select new patient visits, imaging review (X-ray and MRI), and ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests for pre- and post-operative total joint patients.
This position is full-time and supports orthopedic physicians specializing in total hip and knee replacement and complex joint reconstruction. The ideal candidate demonstrates independence, strong organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a high-volume, team-oriented environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide outstanding orthopedic care and patient service
- Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons and clinical team members on total joint replacement and joint reconstruction cases
- Conduct patient histories and comprehensive musculoskeletal assessments
- Perform follow-up visits and limited new patient evaluations for hip and knee arthroplasty patients
- Review and interpret diagnostic imaging and tests, including pre- and post-operative joint replacement imaging
- Order appropriate diagnostic studies and treatments for joint reconstruction patients
- Manage medications and refills within scope of practice
- Monitor treatment effectiveness and adjust care plans accordingly
- Assist the surgeon in the operating room for all total joint replacement procedures, including total hip and total knee arthroplasty
- Participate in surgical setup, intraoperative assistance, and immediate post-operative care for joint reconstruction cases
- Assist with pre-operative planning, patient education, and post-operative follow-up for total joint patients
- Make referrals and document care in a compliant, timely manner
- Participate in clinical initiatives, education, and performance improvement
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
- Full-time availability
- Orthopedic experience preferred; other specialties considered
- Patient-focused, empathetic, and compassionate
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Flexible and adaptable to changing schedules and patient needs
- Ability to manage work-life balance in a dynamic clinical environment
- EMR skills preferred (NextGen or EPIC a plus)
- Highly organized and able to multitask in a fast-paced practice
LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS
For Physician Assistants:
- California Physician Assistant license upon hire
- Prescribing and dispensing privileges in California
- DEA certificate (or evidence of application upon hire and obtained within 90 days)
For Nurse Practitioners:
- Active California NP license upon hire
- National certification (AANP or ANCC)
- Furnishing license and prescribing authority in California
- DEA certificate (or evidence of application upon hire and obtained within 90 days)
- For All Providers:
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PAY RANGE: $130,000 to $150,000 depending on experience
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