Description
Specialization:
Orthopaedic Surgery
Job Summary:
Portsmouth Regional Hospital has an excellent opportunity for a hospital-based Physician Assistant to provide orthopedic trauma coverage at a level II trauma hospital in Portsmouth, NH. This is an exceptional opportunity for an orthopedic PA who wishes to urtilize their experience, skills, and potential.Description and Qualifications:
- Excellent to practice with level of autonomy, and in collaboration with the on-call orthopedic surgeon
- Weekdays 3 pm - 11 pm shift to cover fully hospital on-site orthopedic trauma with no call coverage
- Rounding, consults, orthopedic ER coverage and some OR 1st assist when needed
- Must be self-motiviated
- Orthopedic experience is valued and needed. Triage skills and time management atpness required
- Must demonstrate quality professional interpersonal skills to communicate well with clinical teams, departments, nursting staff
- New Hampshire licensure or ability to obtain
- NCCPA certified
- Competitive salary, CME allowance/time, 401 matching, and more
About Portsmouth Regional Hospital:
- 220-bed acute care facility with a Level II Trauma status
- Trauma team coverage of non-orthopedic trauma
- In-house hospital coverage 24/7
Portsmouth, New Hampshire is a Seacoast city and sits near the mouth of the Piscataqua River which divides the states of New Hampshire and Maine. It a metropolitan region that includes several small cities and towns. As the nation’s third oldest city, Portsmouth offers:
- Coastal beaches, restaurants, and entertainment
- A host of outdoor activities in all 4 seasons
- Top-notch educational institutions - both public and private
- No sales tax or state income tax
- A one-hour drive to Boston and one-hour drive to Portland, Maine
- Proximity to mountains offering skiing, riding, hiking, and prominent foliage