Travel/Contract Physician's Assistant Orthopedic Surgery - Up to $6,000/week!

Travel Physician Assistant (PA) – Orthopedic Surgery | 13-Week Contract | Up to $6,000/Week | Mammoth Lakes, CA
Pay: Up to $6,000 per week (Based on Experience)
Job Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 13 Weeks
Schedule: Full-Time
Connected Health Care, a premier healthcare recruitment and staffing firm, is partnering with a leading healthcare facility in Mammoth Lakes, California to hire an experienced Travel Physician Assistant (PA) – Orthopedic Surgery. This exciting 13-week travel assignment offers the opportunity to work alongside a skilled orthopedic surgery team while earning up to $6,000 per week based on experience.
If you're an experienced Orthopedic Physician Assistant looking for your next travel assignment in one of California's most scenic mountain communities, we'd love to connect with you.
Job Responsibilities

• Assist orthopedic surgeons during surgical procedures as a First Assist
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat orthopedic patients in clinic and hospital settings
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and physical examinations
• Manage pre-operative and post-operative orthopedic care
• Order and interpret imaging studies, laboratory tests, and diagnostic procedures
• Apply splints, braces, casts, and other orthopedic devices
• Perform joint injections, wound care, and minor orthopedic procedures within scope of practice
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and recovery expectations
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and multidisciplinary care teams
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical records (EMR)
• Deliver exceptional patient-centered orthopedic care

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Current California Physician Assistant License (Required)
• Active DEA License (Required)
• Current BLS Certification (Required)
• NCCPA Certification
• Minimum of one year of Physician Assistant experience
• Three (3) years of Orthopedic Surgery experience is highly preferred
• Previous First Assist experience preferred
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and clinical decision-making skills

Why You'll Love This Assignment

• Up to $6,000 per week based on experience
• 13-week travel contract
• Work with an experienced orthopedic surgery team
• Build valuable surgical and orthopedic experience
• Outstanding work-life balance in a premier outdoor destination
• Dedicated recruiter support throughout your assignment

Why Mammoth Lakes, California?
Mammoth Lakes is consistently ranked among California's top outdoor destinations and offers endless recreation during your time off.

• Ski and snowboard at world-renowned Mammoth Mountain
• Explore breathtaking hiking trails and alpine lakes
• Fish, kayak, paddleboard, and camp throughout the Eastern Sierra
• Relax in natural hot springs
• Mountain bike on nationally recognized trail systems
• Take weekend trips to Yosemite National Park
• Enjoy local restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, and year-round community events
• Experience stunning mountain scenery in every season

Whether you're seeking adventure, career growth, or your next rewarding travel healthcare opportunity, Mammoth Lakes delivers an unforgettable experience.
Apply Today!
Connected Health Care is a trusted healthcare staffing and recruitment firm connecting exceptional healthcare professionals with premier healthcare organizations nationwide.
For immediate consideration, contact:
Savannah – Account Manager
Phone: (512) 605-2288
Email: savannah@connectedhc.com



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