Physician Assistant Orthopedic Surgery at CommonSpirit Health

Responsibilities Franciscan Medical Group is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant for a full time orthopedic surgery opportunity in Silverdale, WA. Our new provider will be joining a collegial team of providers with board certified orthopedic surgeons and Advanced Practice Providers. Duties and Responsibilities include: Assists in the surgical suite including first assist, deep and superficial wound closure, application of internal devices and any other procedures delegated by the supervising orthopedic surgeon Performs pre-operative and post-operative care in clinics Performs comprehensive and problem-focused histories and physical examinations Interprets laboratory and diagnostic tests in clinics Formulates a treatment plan for orthopedic conditions within their scope of practice Exercises judgment on conditions requiring consultation, referral or evaluation by the supervising orthopedic surgeon or other health care professionals Orders, collects and performs appropriate laboratory and diagnostic studies, such as routine laboratory tests, EMG, electrocardiogram and radiologic examinations including arthrogram, ultrasound, CT, MRI and bone scan studies Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as aspirations and injections of joints, bursars and cysts. Applies braces, casts, splints and other orthopedic appliances Conducts hospital rounds, writes orders, takes call and sees patients in the ED for the orthopedic surgeon if needed Average schedule is Monday-Friday consisting of OR (surgery) with clinic/hospital work. Compensation range based on experience: $141,240 - $194,683 annually. About Silverdale Silverdale is situated in the geographic center of Kitsap County just north of Bremerton and South of Poulsbo. With 20,000 residents, it is Kitsap s second largest community, a retail and services hub for both the Kitsap and Olympic Peninsulas. Over the last few decades Silverdale has seen ongoing continued private investment, most recently in the $500 million dollar world-class St. Michel Medical Center opened in 2020 by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. The area also sees significant investment and support for civic initiatives, such as the $23 million YMCA opened in 2011 and the new $10 million Kitsap Regional Library opening in 2021. Silverdale is best known for its retail options, anchored by the 300,000 square-foot legacy Kitsap Mall and the newer facility The Trails , a 212,000 square-foot modern outdoor shopping park opened in 2015. It is an unincorporated community that relies upon Kitsap County for governance. Silverdale is a waterfront community with maritime heritage, a redeveloping old town, and the urban Clear Creek Trail that winds its way through the community: From the water, next to a salmon stream, across the city. #HEC Qualifications one-year experience required as a practicing ARNP or Physician Assistant Surgical experience as an APP is preferred Washington State license in good standing Board certified DEA, NPI prescriptive authority Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by the American Heart Association Overview Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area. Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person body, mind, and spirit in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth. Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.