Advanced Practice Orthopedics Opening in Moab UT
Updated 10/16/26
Moab, Utah, United States
Physician Assistant
Orthopedics
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant Opportunity – Rural Critical Access Hospital
Location:
* Moab, UT
Setting: Critical Access Hospital
Employment Type: Full-Time, permanent position
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Position Overview
A rural critical access hospital in southeastern Utah is seeking an Orthopedic Physician Assistant to join a growing orthopedic service line serving an active outdoor recreation community.
This role offers a broad orthopedic scope across:
* Clinic
* Emergency Department
* Inpatient care
* Operating room first assist
The position supports patients with both acute injuries and chronic orthopedic conditions in a highly collaborative team environment.
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Position Highlights
* Work directly with orthopedic surgeon and multidisciplinary care team
* Broad orthopedic exposure including:
* Fracture management
* Sports injuries
* Joint disorders
* Perioperative orthopedic care
* First-assist opportunities in:
* Fracture fixation
* Arthroscopy
* Joint reconstruction
* Soft tissue procedures
* Shared orthopedic call responsibilities
* High volume of outdoor recreation-related injuries
* Opportunity to help grow and shape orthopedic program services
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Clinical Responsibilities
Evaluation & Diagnosis
* Perform orthopedic histories and musculoskeletal examinations
* Diagnose and manage:
* Fractures
* Sprains
* Tendon and ligament injuries
* Arthritis
* Sports-related injuries
* Order and interpret imaging and diagnostic studies including:
* X-rays
* CT
* MRI
* Ultrasound
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Procedural & Surgical Care
* First-assist in orthopedic surgical procedures
* Perform office and bedside procedures including:
* Casting and splinting
* Fracture reduction
* Joint aspiration and injection
* Wound closure
* Tendon sheath injections
* Participate in perioperative management including:
* Post-op rounding
* Pain management
* DVT prophylaxis
* Discharge planning
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Care Coordination
* Manage post-operative follow-up visits
* Collaborate with:
* Physical therapy
* Occupational therapy
* Athletic trainers
* Case management
* Primary care providers
* Educate patients on:
* Recovery expectations
* Rehabilitation
* Return-to-activity timelines
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Qualifications
Required
* Graduate of ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program
* NCCPA certification
* Eligible for Utah PA licensure
* Current BLS certification
* Orthopedic and perioperative clinical knowledge
Preferred
* 1–2 years orthopedic, sports medicine, or emergency medicine experience
* Orthopedic surgical first assist experience
* Rural or critical access hospital experience
* Procedural skills including:
* Casting
* Splinting
* Joint injections
* Fracture reduction
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Compensation & Benefits
* Compensation range: $130,000 – $160,000 annually
* Comprehensive benefits package including:
* Medical insurance
* Mental health coverage for family
* 403(b) retirement plan
* Paid time off
* Continuing education support
* Collaborative and supportive workplace culture
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Ideal Candidate
* Orthopedic-focused PA seeking broad procedural and clinical exposure
* Team-oriented provider comfortable in rural medicine environment
* Interest in sports injuries and active patient populations
* Adaptable clinician who values autonomy and collaboration
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Position Summary
* Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant
* Setting: Rural critical access hospital
* Focus: Orthopedic clinic, ED, inpatient, and OR care
* Compensation: $130,000–$160,000
* Environment: High-acuity outdoor recreation community
* Lifestyle: Exceptional outdoor recreation and work-life balance
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