Orthopaedic Surgery Physician Assistant

Description

Specialization:
Orthopaedic Surgery

Job Summary:

St. Mark’s Hospital is seeking a dedicated Orthopedic Surgery Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner) to join our orthopedic surgery team, with primary focus on Orthopedic Total Joint Surgery and Orthopedic Hand Surgery. This role offers a diverse blend of first-assist surgical responsibilities, outpatient clinic care, and inpatient rounding.

The ideal candidate will be a collaborative, patient-centered professional who is eager to work in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Opportunity Details:

• First assist in total joint replacement procedures, hand surgeries, and related orthopedic operations.
• Participate in preoperative preparation and postoperative management.
• Perform closures, dressing changes, splinting, and other perioperative tasks within scope of practice.
• Evaluate new and established patients for total joint and hand conditions.
• Conduct postoperative follow-ups and shared visits with supervising surgeons.
• Order and interpret X‑rays, MRIs, and other diagnostics.
• Provide patient education regarding surgical expectations, recovery timelines, and conservative treatment options.
• Perform minor in-office procedures such as splinting and wound assessments.
• Round on hospitalized orthopedic patients, with emphasis on total joint and postoperative hand surgery care.
• Assess patient progress, update care plans, and communicate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Assist with discharge planning, patient instructions, and documentation.

Qualified Candidates:

• Valid Utah PA‑C or NP licensure (or ability to obtain).
• Experience in orthopedics, total joint, hand surgery, or surgical specialties preferred; motivated new graduates will also be considered.
• BLS/ACLS required or obtained before start date.
• Strong communication, procedural, and clinical decision‑making skills.
• Ability to function both independently and collaboratively within a surgical team.

Incentives/Benefits Package:
In addition to unmatched potential for flexibility and career growth and a competitive salary with incentives, a comprehensive benefits program is available for full-time colleagues. This includes:

• Paid malpractice
• Coverage for medical, behavioral health, prescription drugs, dental and vision
• Wellbeing resources, including free counseling
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions
• Time off, including disability coverage
• Supplemental health protection plans
• Flexible spending accounts
• Financial wellbeing resources
• Family-focused and voluntary benefits
• CME time and dues allowance and license reimbursement

About HCA St. Mark’s Hospital

• The 300-bed St Marks Hospital is located in the center of the Salt Lake Valley
• Offering comprehensive care with specialties in orthopedics, cardiovascular, maternity, and advanced surgery (including robotic). Established in 1872, it's a long-standing facility with a new patient tower, numerous physicians (over 800), and handles thousands of inpatient/outpatient visits and surgeries yearly, known for quality care and innovation, like its recent pulsed field ablation technology for A-Fib 
• St Marks Hospital was recently given the Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence by HealthGrades for ranking as one of the top 5 in the nation for overall clinical excellence

Nestled between the Wasatch Mountains in the east and the Oquirrhs in the west, Salt Lake City features 11 world-class ski resorts within an hour of the city. Perfect for snow lovers to experience the world-renowned powder.  Salt Lake City, the state's capital, offers a more diverse population and additional entertainment amenities, from fine dining to arts and culture. Dozens of trails in Salt Lake County and lakes in all directions from Northern Utah, Southern Utah and east of Salt Lake near Park City