Orthopedic Urgent Care Physician Assistant Auburn, AL

  • University Urgent Ortho
  • Opelika, Alabama
  • Full Time

Orthopedic Urgent Care - Physician Assistant, Auburn Alabama

Full-Time | Competitive Pay + Production Incentives | Benefits Included

About the Role

We are opening a new orthopedic urgent care clinic and are seeking experienced Physician Assistants (PAs) to join us as founding clinical providers .

This is a unique opportunity to help build a clinic from the ground up -not just see patients, but help shape workflows, procedures, and best practices from day one. Ideal candidates are clinically confident, efficient, and motivated by both autonomy and performance-based incentives.

What You'll Do

  • Evaluate and treat acute orthopedic and musculoskeletal injuries , including:

    • Sprains, strains, fractures

    • Sports injuries

    • Minor dislocations

    • Work- and activity-related injuries

  • Order and interpret plain film X-rays

  • Perform and assist with basic orthopedic procedures , including:

    • Splinting and casting

    • Joint injections (as credentialed)

    • Wound care and minor procedures

  • Provide timely, accurate documentation in the EMR

  • Educate patients on treatment plans, recovery expectations, and follow-up care

  • Collaborate closely with supervising physicians and referral orthopedic groups

  • Participate in the development of clinical protocols, SOPs, and workflows

  • Help establish a culture of efficiency, professionalism, and excellent patient experience

Who We're Looking For

Required:

  • Licensed Physician Assistant

  • Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience

  • Eligible for state licensure and credentialing

  • Comfortable practicing with a high degree of autonomy

  • Strong documentation and time-management skills

Preferred Experience:

  • Orthopedic, sports medicine, urgent care, or emergency medicine experience

  • Experience with X-ray interpretation

  • Prior urgent care or fast-paced clinical environment

Ideal Traits:

  • Self-starter mentality - comfortable building something new

  • Clinically confident and decisive

  • Team-oriented with strong communication skills

  • Motivated by productivity, quality metrics, and patient satisfaction

  • Interested in leadership and long-term growth opportunities

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive base salary

  • Production-based incentive structure

  • Full benefits package (health, retirement options, PTO, etc.)

  • CME allowance (if applicable)

  • Malpractice coverage

  • Opportunity for increased responsibility and leadership as the clinic grows

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a founding clinical team

  • Shape how the clinic operates from day one

  • Work in a focused orthopedic setting (no primary care overload)

  • Fast-paced, efficient environment with strong operational support

  • Clear upside through productivity incentives and growth

How to Apply

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in building a new orthopedic urgent care clinic.

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Contact Information

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Job ID: 523201809
Originally Posted on: 6/1/2026

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