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Jackson Physician Search
Orthopedic PA | New Mexico Mountain Town | 150K Base Salary | Outpatient Based
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What they do
An Orthopedics Physician Assistant provides medical care to patients, under the supervision of a physician or surgeon. Works in concert with an orthopedist, and is licensed to practice medicine but has less formal certification than a physician. Performs duties delegated by a physician such as recording patient medical histories, ordering diagnostic tests, or giving immunizations.
$121,041 / year median in Colorado
+17% projected growth
Job Description
This exceptional hospital in New Mexico is seeking a Physician Assistant to join its thriving, busy Orthopedics practice. Join a team of 5 Orthopedic Surgeons while you work alongside them in a fast-paced clinic environment.
Opportunity:
- Outpatient-based practice with light call
- $152,000 Base Salary
- Comprehensive Benefits including sign-on, CME allowance, PTO, and Student Loan Repayment
- Opportunity to assist in OR, but primarily a clinic-based role
- Orthopedic Experience is preferred but not required
- Work in an environment that primarily focuses on
Sports Medicine, Total Joint Reconstruction, and Limited Trauma Community:
- Surrounded by breathtaking mountain landscape with endless opportunities for hiking, skiing, mountain biking, fishing, and camping.
- Live in a tight-knit community with convenient proximity to larger metro amenities.
- Enjoy mountain living, four-season recreation, and a vibrant arts culture without the price tag associated with many ski towns.
- Family-friendly environment with excellent schools, strong community engagement, and a relaxed pace of life.
- Easy access to world-class skiing, snowboarding, rafting, and other outdoor adventures just minutes from town.