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271 Atrium Health Specialty Network, Inc
Orthopedic Sports Medicine - Full Time PA
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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.
$113,575 / year median in North Carolina
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Department:
02370GCMG Sports Medicine:
Lincolnton -Sports Medicine Status:
Full timeBenefits Eligible:
Yes Hours Per Week:
40Schedule Details/Additional Information:
M-F clinic schedule with on call responsibilities alongside of the surgeon rotation.Pay Range:
$51.05 - $76.60 Atrium Health MSKI Orthopedics & Sports Medicine - Lincolnton is a high-performing practice comprised of board-certified orthopedic surgeons and a collaborative team of Advanced Practice Providers. As part of the Atrium Health MSKI network, this practice is embedded in a comprehensive musculoskeletal system that includes orthopedic subspecialists and non-operative sports medicine physicians. This role partners closely with community outreach athletic trainers supporting high school and collegiate athletics. Atrium Health proudly employs more than 100 athletic trainers across the region in support of the MSKI mission. Position Overview This position supports an orthopedic surgical sports physician and includes a blend of outpatient clinic and operating room responsibilities, with participation in a shared night and weekend call rotation. The APP functions as an integral member of the care team, supporting patients across the full continuum of care in both ambulatory and surgical settings. Primary Responsibilities- Provide direct patient care in the outpatient clinic and operating room
- Assist with pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative management
- Serve as first assistant in the operating room
- Conduct patient evaluations, follow-up visits, and care coordination
- Support attending physicians with call coverage and patient management
- Collaborate closely with orthopedic surgeons, athletic trainers, and the broader MSKI care team
- Maintain high standards of quality, safety, and patient experience
- Participate in night and weekend call rotation Candidate Qualifications
- Prior orthopedic or sports medicine experience preferred
- Active North Carolina licensure (Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner)
- Must possess or be eligible for DEA licensure
- Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program required
- NCCPA certification (PA) or national board certification (Acute Care NP) preferred Opportunity Details
- Monday-Friday clinic and operating room schedule
- Shared night and weekend call rotation
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
- Additional income opportunities may include:
- Orthopedic Urgent Care & Sports coverage
- Sideline medical coverage for community and high school athletics
- Sports medicine and special events coverage Our Commitment to