Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant (PA) | Locum Tenens

Job overview

The Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant (PA) | Locum Tenens role is onsite in Modesto, CA. Compensation is $106.70–$115.50 per hour. AMN Healthcare is matching a physician assistant to a facility seeking orthopedic coverage. The physician assistant will support general orthopedic care in inpatient and outpatient settings, including first assisting in the operating room twice weekly and conducting clinic follow-up appointments. The role helps meet the facility’s current orthopedic coverage need.

What you'll do

• Provide general orthopedic care in inpatient and outpatient settings
• first assist in the operating room twice per week
• conduct clinic follow-up appointments
• use EPIC EMR.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

orthopedic surgery

physician assistant

locum tenens

modesto ca

amn healthcare

four 10-hour shifts

operating room

first assist

epic

bls

dea

$106.70–$115.50/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Malpractice insurance typically arranged
• travel, lodging, rentals, and transportation support
• dedicated team.

Why this role

Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–6 p.m. in four 10-hour shifts; board certification, BLS, DEA certification, and an active California license required; credentialing timeframe is 45–60 days.

About the employer

AMN Healthcare is hiring for this role. Industry: Employment Placement Agencies. Sector: 56.