Physician Assistant PA Orthopedics for Naval Medical Center

• Monday–Friday Duty hours between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM
• Shifts typically 8.5–11 hours, including unpaid lunch
• No weekends, no call, no overtime hours

Overview
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP) is seeking an Orthopedic Physician Assistant to support the Orthopedics Department at NMCP
This is an on-site civilian position providing comprehensive musculoskeletal and orthopedic care to active-duty service members and eligible beneficiaries in a military treatment facility.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions
• Manage acute and chronic orthopedic issues, including:
  • Sprains, strains, contusions, and sports-related injuries
  • Acute and chronic back and neck pain
  • Nonsurgical musculoskeletal disorders (e.g., rheumatic and collagen diseases, foot disorders)
  • Peripheral nerve and neuromuscular conditions
  • Chronic pain management and injury rehabilitation
  • Functional capacity testing and assessments
• Perform orthopedic pre-, intra-, and post-operative duties, including:
  • Pre-admission evaluations and patient work-ups
  • Assisting with surgical setup, positioning, and sterile preparation
  • First and second assist during orthopedic procedures (suturing, wound closure, splinting, casting)
  • Post-operative care, including dressing changes, suture removal, and routine wound care
• Participate in daily rounds and review laboratory results, imaging, and diagnostic studies
• Document patient encounters, progress notes, and discharge summaries in the EMR
• Initiate admission, transfer, and discharge orders under the supervising physician's review
• Respond to orthopedic consults and assist with electronic referral reviews
• Carry a rotating departmental pager during normal duty hours (no after-hours or on-call)
• Prescribe medications in accordance with the MTF formulary, as authorized

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree
• Graduate of an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program

Experience

• Completion of an Orthopedic PA fellowship or residency OR
• Minimum of 2 years of full-time orthopedic PA experience within the past 3 years

Certification & Licensure

• Current NCCPA certification
• Active, unrestricted Physician Assistant license in any state