Physician Assistant – Upper Extremity Care

Full Job Description

About Us:

East Bay Hand Medical Center is a private orthopedic surgery clinic and AAAHC-accredited ambulatory surgery center specializing in disorders of the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder. Our team delivers compassionate, cutting-edge care in a collaborative, efficient setting. We’re currently seeking a dedicated Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) to join our team and play a vital role in our growing practice.

Position Summary:

We are looking for a highly capable and motivated Physician Assistant (PA-C) with orthopedic or surgical experience to provide comprehensive care for patients with upper extremity conditions. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced clinical and surgical environment.

Key Responsibilities:

· Diagnose and treat conditions of the hand, wrist, arm, and shoulder

· Review, interpret, and explain lab results, X-rays, and MRIs to patients

· Perform injections and minor in-office procedures

· Conduct thorough EMR charting

· Serve as First Assist in outpatient surgeries in our on-site AAAHC-accredited facility

· Develop post-operative protocols and individualized patient care plans

· Provide training to front and back office staff on clinical and administrative procedures

· Conduct record reviews and participate in utilization review and peer-to-peer discussions

· Communicate with patients to answer questions and coordinate care

· Obtain medical clearance from PCPs and specialists when needed

· Oversee surgery center operations including patient flow and equipment readiness

· Manage infection control policies, and assist with AAAHC compliance and accreditation

· Conduct annual reviews, quality studies, and maintain surgical documentation

Requirements:

· Current certification as a Physician Assistant (PA-C) in the state of California

· Minimum of 2 years of experience in orthopedic surgery or a related surgical specialty preferred

· Proficient with EMR systems

· Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

· Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask in a dynamic environment

· Team-oriented, compassionate, and committed to high-quality patient care

Schedule:Full-time or Part-time position available. We are seeking either one full-time Physician Assistant or two part-time Physician Assistants to support our busy orthopedic hand surgery practice.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $70.68 – $82.74 per hour

Expected hours: 24 – 32 per week

Medical Specialty:

• Orthopedics
• Surgery

Schedule:

• Day shift
• No weekends

Ability to Commute:

• San Leandro, CA 94578 (Required)

Work Location: In person