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Physicians Assistant in Henderson
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What they do
A Physician Assistant provides medical care to patients, under the supervision of a physician or surgeon. Works in all areas and specialties of medicine, 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. May serve as the primary healthcare provider, in consultation with a part-time physician, in communities with limited health care resources.
$146,516 / year median in Nevada
+19% projected growth
Job Description
Job Ref:
3167428497Employer:
Network Company Name:
Desert Orthopaedic Center Industry:
Healthcare otherJob Type:
Full Time State:
Nevada City:
Henderson Zip Code:
89044Post Date:
09/05/2026 Job Description Job Description DOC is looking to fill a midlevel provider position for an Orthopaedic Surgeon. This position comes with a competitive salary and excellent benefits! We strive to provide our staff with an environment of growth, continually learning, stability, and a great work life balance. The physicians are highly trained in their specialties, astounding, and compassionate. We are comprised of 27 physicians and the knowledge you will obtain is incomparable to other practices. Ability to thrive in a fast paced clinical environment and ability to work well within a team is a must.Education and Experience:
Must be certified or eligible for certification as a Physician's Assistant and eligible for prescriptive authority in the State of Nevada. Orthopaedic background preferred. Desert Orthopaedic Center is an established, high-volume, well respected outpatient Orthopaedic practice which continues to maintain a team atmosphere. Our practice is located in an exciting city which offers more than just tourism and city lights. We host many great communities and family activities. Recreational opportunities surround us, from hiking and biking to rock climbing, fishing, boating and more. Whether in the city or traveling out, Las Vegas offers a truly active lifestyle. Apply directly at As a midlevel provider your duties will include: Perform comprehensive physical examinations on patients Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses, injuries, and conditions Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as laboratory work, and medical imaging using anEMR/EHR/EMA
Prescribe medications and other treatments Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans Utilize utilization management techniques to ensure appropriate use of healthcare resources Assist in surgeryRequirement:
2 years+ Orthopaedic experienceQualifications:
Previous experience as a physician's assistant or other medical fieldsMust Be:
Team-player, impeccably reliable, motivated, hard-working, and punctual. Willing to take notes, study, and learn to treat patients with the highest level of care. Able to work in a high-volume and fast-paced clinic environment. Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program. Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with patients, colleagues, and medical staff. Ability to work collaboratively in our team, including other team midlevel providers, medical assistants, and the physician. Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) and other relevant software. Current state licensure. Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) or similar. Benefits-We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including: Base salary + collections-based bonus Medical, dental, vision, accident, critical illness, life, long term disability insurance. Retirement savings plan with employer contributions. Continuing medical education opportunities. Professional development support. Generous paid time off, vacation, and holidays. A supportive work environment that fosters growth and development Company Description Our primary goal is excellence in the care of our patients. We are committed to providing streamlined, efficient, subspecialty, state-of-the-art orthopaedic care of the highest quality found anywhere in the nation along with a highly respected, one of a kind, group of physicians. Company Description Our primary goal is excellence in the care of our patients. We are committed to providing streamlined, efficient, subspecialty, state-of-the-art orthopaedic care of the highest quality found anywhere in the nation along with a highly respected, one of a kind, group of physicians.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Professional Development
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health Insurance