Physician Assistant - Orthopedics

Description Work Type: Full Time Recruiter Contact: Make a Meaningful Impact with CHRISTUS Health - Join one of the largest and most respected multispecialty groups-CHRISTUS Health-as we seek an Orthopedic Physician Assistant to join a busy general orthopedic practice in Alamogordo, New Mexico. This is an opportunity to work in a mission-driven, faith-based organization that values collaboration, clinical excellence, and community-focused care, while supporting both outpatient clinic and surgical services alongside a dedicated orthopedic team. Responsibilities: Evaluate and manage orthopedic patients in the outpatient clinic, including new consultations, follow-ups, and post-operative care First assist in major and minor orthopedic surgical procedures Perform casting and splinting, fracture alignment, hematoma blocks, and intra-articular injections (training provided as needed) Interpret x-rays and assist with treatment planning Conduct post-operative rounds and coordinate ongoing patient care Collaborate closely with orthopedic surgeons, APCs, and clinical staff to optimize patient outcomes Practice Details & Schedule: Setting: Outpatient clinic and surgical cases Staffing: 4 Orthopedic Surgeons, 2 APCs Clinic Volume: Approximately 20-25 patients per day Clinic Hours: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday - 8:00 AM-5:00 PM OR Schedule: Monday & Wednesday - scheduled surgical cases On-Call: Shared call, 1 weekend every 3 weeks Requirements: Active New Mexico Physician Assistant license (required) Prior orthopedic or surgical experience preferred Willingness to learn and train in procedures as needed Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team-based environment Compensation & Benefits Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance Malpractice insurance with tail coverage CME allowance Physician-led organization Faith-based, mission-driven culture