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NP or PA -- ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY (Vandalia Office)

11/28/2025

The Physician Assistant is responsible for providing ongoing patient care and demonstrating skill in applying medical principles and techniques. They are also accountable for maintaining competence through continuing education and acting as a patient advocate.

Working Hours

80 hours/week

Company Size

10,001+ employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

Based in Dayton, Ohio, Premier Health’s mission is We care. We teach. We innovate. We Serve. Home to the nation’s 31st largest hospital, the region’s only adult Level I trauma center and the largest locally based clinical laboratory, Premier Health continues to build upon a more than 130-year legacy of providing clinical excellence and compassionate care to friends and neighbors across Southwest Ohio. The health system offers award-winning care at five hospital sites: Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton with additional inpatient sites at Miami Valley Hospital South in Centerville and Miami Valley Hospital North in Englewood; Atrium Medical Center in Middletown; and Upper Valley Medical Center in Miami County. In addition, Premier Health provides a comprehensive range of care choices at its eight emergency departments, eight Urgent Care locations, and more than 130 outpatient locations and affiliated primary care and specialty physician offices, as well as home health, mental health, and substance abuse services.

About the Role

Premier Orthopedics
FT / 80 hours per pay

Summary

The Physician Assistant must practice in accordance with the rules adopted by the Ohio Medical Board, the Revised Code and institutional policies and procedures. The PA role is developed in relation to the specialty population of practice and reflects the scope and standards of their specialty, licensing board, and certifying organization (NCCPA). The PA is accountable to maintain competence through continuing education and review of practice. The PA roles include those of practitioner, researcher, consultant, and patient advocate for individuals, groups, and communities.

Nature and Scope

The PA should demonstrate skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of medicine to provide ongoing patient care. The PA should have knowledge of the professional medical practice being able to give and evaluate patient care. The PA should be competent in taking medical history, assessing medical condition (s) of patients, and interpreting medical findings. The PA should possess the ability to maintain quality assurance and quality control standards. The PA should be able to implement effective communication skills with both patients and colleagues that demonstrate a commitment to consistently providing an excellent patient experience for every patient. The PA is expected to have capability of reacting calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Qualifications

1. Applicant must hold a Master’s Degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program (MPAS, MHS, or MMS).
2. Applicant must have and maintain a PA certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician’s Assistants (NCCPA).
3. Current Ohio licensure and ACLS certification is required.
4. Certificate to Prescribe must be current and maintained at all times.
5. A minimum of three years of related experience as a PA.
6. Excellent communication skills with both patients and colleagues are essential.
7. Computer literacy is required and must include Excel, Word and Outlook. Electronic Medical Records experience is an advantage, preferably EPIC.
8. Experience with, and a strong surgery background will be a great advantage.

Key Skills

Patient CareMedical History TakingAssessment SkillsQuality AssuranceCommunication SkillsComputer LiteracySurgery BackgroundEmergency Response