What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Practice Provider (PA or NP) position at Premier Orthopaedics?
APP (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant)
Location: Glen Mills & Havertown, PA
Organization: Premier Orthopaedics, in partnership with Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder
Overview
Premier Orthopaedics, in partnership with Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder, is seeking a dedicated and skilled APP to join our team in Glen Mills & Havertown, PA. As two of the region’s most respected providers of orthopedic and upper extremity care, we offer a collaborative, patient-focused environment that prioritizes clinical excellence, innovation, and ongoing professional development.
Position Summary
Premier Orthopaedics is seeking a skilled and compassionate Physician Assistant to join our team at the Paoli, PA office. As a critical member of our healthcare team, you will collaborate with top-tier specialists, assist with diagnostics, and contribute to our patients’ comprehensive care journey. This is a full time on-site role.
Key Responsibilities
- Patient Care: Take detailed histories, perform assessments, and ensure patient needs are met with the highest quality care.
- Diagnostic Procedures: Order, conduct, and interpret diagnostic tests to support comprehensive care planning.
- Collaboration: Work alongside physicians to assess, develop, and implement effective treatment plans.
- Documentation & Record Keeping: Keep accurate, up-to-date patient charts using Athena (or other EMR systems).
- Medication Management: Administer prescribed medications and ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Qualifications
Education:
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
- Bachelor’s degree required.
Licenses & Certifications:
- Active and unrestricted Pennsylvania Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner license (or eligibility to obtain).
Experience:
- Minimum of 1 year as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner, ideally in orthopaedics or a related field.
- Familiarity with Athena or other EMR systems preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans
- 100% employer-paid life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer Safe Harbor contribution and additional discretionary profit sharing
- Benefits are effective on your hire date (for full-time employees)
- Generous paid sick and vacation time
- 7 paid holidays annually
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Employee referral reward program
About Premier Orthopaedics & Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder
Premier Orthopaedics and Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center (PHSC) are leading providers of comprehensive musculoskeletal care throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.
Premier Orthopaedics delivers expert treatment for orthopedic injuries, joint disease, interventional spine care, regenerative medicine, and comprehensive physical therapy services, supported by more than 150 providers across 50 locations. Facilities include state-of-the-art MRI centers, outpatient surgery centers, physical therapy clinics, and orthopedic urgent care centers.
Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center (PHSC), a division of Premier Orthopaedics, has been nationally recognized for more than 50 years for its specialized care of the hand, wrist, elbow, arm, and shoulder. Our fellowship-trained surgeons and certified Hand and Occupational Therapists collaborate to provide seamless care—from diagnosis and treatment to post-operative and rehabilitative recovery. With 14 convenient locations across Pennsylvania and New Jersey, PHSC offers advanced, integrated care to restore function, mobility, and quality of life for patients with upper extremity conditions.