Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant

Location: Baltimore, MD

Facility Name: Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital

Schedule: Full-Time, Nights 
Base salary: $61.78 – $73.42 per hour

CME allowance 

Malpractice coverage with tail

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated advanced practice provider to join an employed orthopedic team within a busy, well-respected practice. Offering a highly engaging clinical split across inpatient rounding, consultations, ED procedures, and operating room assisting, this role allows you to practice at the top of your license with the full backing of a supportive surgical team and a robust health system network.

• Call structure: Flexible with no set monthly requirement, rotating holidays
• Practice setting: Inpatient Orthopedic Surgery
• Includes occasional general surgery cross coverage in the operating room as needed
• Employed position within a nonprofit health system
• NCCPA certified
• Eligible for state medical licensure and DEA registration
• Provide full-spectrum orthopedic support across the hospital, driving efficient patient care through dedicated inpatient rounding, responsive consultations, and first-assisting in the operating room.
• Manage acute orthopedic emergencies by performing essential Emergency Department procedures and immediate therapeutic interventions to ensure rapid stabilization and optimal patient outcomes.

About the Facility

• 251-bed teaching hospital
• Trauma designation: Level III
• Serving a population of approximately 738,000
• Integrated referral network
• Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system

Why Physicians Choose Ascension

• Physician-led, collaborative culture
• Long-term practice stability
• National network with local autonomy
• Mission-centered care rooted in service

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Physician Assistant credentialed from the Maryland Board of Physicians obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. 
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

• Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program. Master's degree preferred.

Work Experience:

• 1 year of experience preferred.

Equal employment opportunity employer

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Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.