Physician Assistant - Orthopedic Surgery

Portsmouth, NH 03801

Specialty Orthopedic Surgery
Profession Physician Assistant

Description

Specialization:
Orthopaedic Surgery

Job Summary:

Portsmouth Regional Hospital has an excellent opportunity for a hospital-based Physician Assistant to provide orthopedic trauma coverage at a level II trauma hospital in Portsmouth, NH.  This is an exceptional opportunity for an orthopedic PA who wishes to urtilize their experience, skills, and potential.

Description and Qualifications:
  • Excellent to practice with level of autonomy, and in collaboration with the on-call orthopedic surgeon
  • Weekdays 3 pm - 11 pm shift to cover fully hospital on-site orthopedic trauma with no call coverage
  • Rounding, consults, orthopedic ER coverage and some OR 1st assist when needed
  • Must be self-motiviated
  • Orthopedic experience is valued and needed.  Triage skills and time management atpness required
  • Must demonstrate quality professional interpersonal skills to communicate well with clinical teams, departments, nursting staff
  • New Hampshire licensure or ability to obtain
  • NCCPA certified
  • Competitive salary, CME allowance/time, 401 matching, and more
About Portsmouth Regional Hospital:
  • 220-bed acute care facility with a Level II Trauma status
  • Trauma team coverage of non-orthopedic trauma
  • In-house hospital coverage 24/7
Portsmouth, New Hampshire is a Seacoast city and sits near the mouth of the Piscataqua River which divides the states of New Hampshire and Maine. It a metropolitan region that includes several small cities and towns. As the nation’s third oldest city, Portsmouth offers:
  • Coastal beaches, restaurants, and entertainment
  • A host of outdoor activities in all 4 seasons
  • Top-notch educational institutions - both public and private
  • No sales tax or state income tax
  • A one-hour drive to Boston and one-hour drive to Portland, Maine
  • Proximity to mountains offering skiing, riding, hiking, and prominent foliage