Fairbanks, Alaska is called "The Golden Heart City" of Alaska because of the original gold discoveries years ago. Located in the interior of Alaska, Fairbanks is known for its summer and winter activities. Hiking, river rafting, salmon fishing, cross country skiing and snowmachining in the vast wilderness are the trademarks of our beautiful city. The largest national park in the U.S., Denali National Park, is two hours away.
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Job Description:
Ever thought of living in Alaska? Many of us had that same idea and made it a reality. Most of our clinic is comprised of people that moved here to live that dream. We are looking for a Physician's Assistant in an orthopedic surgery practice that will be a part of a busy clinical and surgical practice. No weekends, ER call schedule or holidays required.
Medical care and surgical procedures:
Joint replacement (hips, knees, shoulders, elbows)
Sports Medicine surgeries (shoulders, knees, ankles, arthroscopic surgeries)
Cartilage restoration procedures
Endoscopic carpal tunnel release
Hand surgery
Pediatric and adult traumatic fracture surgeries
Non-surgical experience:
Corticosteroid and PRP injections
Fracture management (splinting, casting, bracing)
Clinic management of osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis, septic arthritis
Musculoskeletal pain
Student-Athlete physicals
This orthopedic practice has 2 Orthopedic physicians, 1 Podiatrist, and 2-3 physician assistants. We are the only orthopedic practice with outpatient surgery facility, imaging with MRI and CT Scanning, and Physical Therapy at the same location in the Fairbanks area.
Office open 8am-5pm Monday- Friday
Your position will require clinic presence with an orthopedic surgeon Tuesday/Thursday, 95% of the time you will have orthopedic surgeon in clinic with you. You will be 1st assist in surgery cases Monday/Wednesday/Friday.
Option of having your own clinic, seeing patients is your decision.
Benefits:
3 year contract with sign on bonus
Starting salary $125,000-$150,000 year based on experience.
401(k)
Health, dental, vision insurance
PTO-4 weeks vacation, 1 week CME per year
Ability to relocate to:
Fairbanks, Alaska 99709
Reliable transportation needed and planning to relocate before work is required.
License/Certifications:
Physician's Assistant License (Required)
Graduate of an accredited physician assistant educational program, undergone testing by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
Pain Medicine
Sports Medicine
Surgery
Wound Care
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
No weekends
License/Certification:
Physician Assistant License (Required)
Work Location: In person
