Orthopedic Physician Assistant
Employer: We-Care Staffing
Location: Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546
Specialty: Physician
Employment type: Contract
Experience level: Mid-level
Compensation: $204,000–$237,059/hour
Work setting: On-site / hybrid
Key skills and credentials: Physician Assistant.
About This Orthopedic Physician Assistant Role
We are seeking an experienced Orthopedic Physician Assistant (PA) for a 43-week contract assignment in Mammoth Lakes, California. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive inpatient, outpatient, and surgical orthopedic care while working closely with orthopedic surgeons and a multidisciplinary healthcare team. Responsibilities: • Provide medical management for orthopedic inpatients. • Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging, and medications within PA scope of practice. • Perform patient histories, physical examinations, and emergency assessments. • Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and coordinate patient care. • Manage patient discharges, follow-up care, and education. •…
We-Care Staffing is hiring a Orthopedic Physician Assistant for Mammoth Lakes, CA. This contract physician opportunity is one of many active medical careers indexed on Medical.Careers and is part of the broader MedicalRecruiting.com hiring network. Use the apply button on this listing to submit your CV directly to the hiring team or recruiting partner managing this search.
Responsibilities
- Provide inpatient and outpatient orthopedic care
- Perform patient assessments, histories, and physical examinations
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, labs, and imaging
- Assist orthopedic surgeons in the operating room
- Participate in multidisciplinary rounds
- Coordinate patient discharge planning and education
Requirements
- Active California Physician Assistant License
- Current DEA License
- BLS Certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross)
- Minimum 3 years of orthopedic experience in inpatient, outpatient, and surgical settings
- Strong communication, teamwork, and critical thinking skills
Benefits
- Competitive weekly compensation
- week contract assignment
- Opportunity to work with an experienced orthopedic team
- Scenic mountain location with year-round outdoor recreation
- Professional and collaborative work environment
How to Apply for This Orthopedic Physician Assistant Position
Submit a current CV that lists active state licensure, board certifications and life-support credentials as applicable, DEA registration where relevant, and a concise summary of clinical experience by setting and patient population. Initial screening conversations typically cover practice fit, schedule expectations, geographic flexibility, compensation range, and timing. For physician and advanced practice roles, credentialing and privileging usually run in parallel with offer negotiation and can take 60 to 120 days; plan your start date accordingly.
About We-Care Staffing
We-Care Staffing partners with Medical.Careers and the MedicalRecruiting.com network to fill clinical and operational roles across the United States. Additional context about the practice setting, patient population, and team structure is provided during the initial screening conversation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is this Orthopedic Physician Assistant job located?
This Orthopedic Physician Assistant position is based in Mammoth Lakes, CA. Review the listing for full schedule, on-call, and any travel expectations before applying.
What does this Orthopedic Physician Assistant role pay?
$204,000–$237,059/hour. Compensation depends on experience, schedule, and any productivity or call obligations. Total compensation may also include benefits, retirement, malpractice coverage, CME allowance, and signing or relocation incentives where applicable.
Is this position full-time, part-time, or contract?
Contract. We-Care Staffing sets the formal engagement model; confirm hours, weekend or call coverage, and benefits during your screening conversation.
Is this Orthopedic Physician Assistant role remote?
This Orthopedic Physician Assistant position is on-site or hybrid based in Mammoth Lakes, CA. Review the description for any travel or schedule expectations.
How do I apply to this Orthopedic Physician Assistant job?
Use the apply button on the listing to submit your CV directly to We-Care Staffing or the recruiting partner managing this search. Have current state licensure, board certifications where applicable, and a concise summary of recent clinical experience ready before applying.