Entry Level Orthopedic Physician Assistant Jobs
New grad orthopedic physician assistant jobs connect recent graduates and entry level candidates with their first clinical roles, where strong internship experience or a well-documented rotation history can matter more than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site positions across Healthcare & Medical Services, Science & Research, and Education, with employers like Sanford Health, CHRISTUS Health, and Baylor Scott & White Health hiring at this level now.
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Description
MaineHealth Orthopedics & Sports Medicine is seeking a fellowship-trained Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine to join our Portland, Maine based Orthopedic and Sports Medicine group. Our tertiary group of 25 surgeons, primary care sports medicine physicians and advanced practice providers providing premiere specialty care including Orthopedic Trauma, Sports Medicine Surgery, Upper Extremity, Joint Replacement, Pediatric Orthopedic and Spine, Hand and Foot and Ankle
This position offers:
Team-based care model with collaborative approach to care (Primary Care Sports Medicine/Athletic Trainers: team, school and office based/Advance Practice Providers)
Extensive statewide network of athletic team coverage (High school to professional athletes)
Vibrant growth and investment in Orthopedics and Sports Medicine (New Ambulatory Surgical Center, planned opening 2027/New Orthopedic Center of Excellence, medical office building, planned opening 2027)
Academic teaching and research opportunities (Tufts University School of Medicine)
Competitive compensation package, including relocation assistance, CME expense reimbursement, and malpractice insurance.
At MaineHealth, we recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Total compensation packages may include, based on eligibility, recruitment payments, relocation assistance, productivity incentives, and quality incentives.
The annual base salary for this position is $600,000.
In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs and career growth opportunities.
Desired Qualifications:
MD/DO from an accredited medical school.
Fellowship-trained in Orthopedic Sports Surgery
Board Certified/Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
Interested candidates should apply online via the MaineHealth Careers website, and for more information contact Alyssa Grant, Physician & APP Recruitment Specialist, at Alyssa.Grant@mainehealth.org.
Portland, Maine - situated on the Maine coast, The Greater Portland Area offers the best of urban sophistication combined with small-town friendliness. The area provides four-season recreational opportunities, such as skiing, hiking, sailing, and miles of beautiful beaches.
MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, “Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.” MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire.
To learn more about our system please visit www.mainehealth.org and our benefits page.
Hiring Scam Alert
MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org.
Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute: Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.
Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.
Description
MaineHealth Orthopedics & Sports Medicine is seeking a fellowship-trained Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine to join our Portland, Maine based Orthopedic and Sports Medicine group. Our tertiary group of 25 surgeons, primary care sports medicine physicians and advanced practice providers providing premiere specialty care including Orthopedic Trauma, Sports Medicine Surgery, Upper Extremity, Joint Replacement, Pediatric Orthopedic and Spine, Hand and Foot and Ankle
This position offers:
Team-based care model with collaborative approach to care (Primary Care Sports Medicine/Athletic Trainers: team, school and office based/Advance Practice Providers)
Extensive statewide network of athletic team coverage (High school to professional athletes)
Vibrant growth and investment in Orthopedics and Sports Medicine (New Ambulatory Surgical Center, planned opening 2027/New Orthopedic Center of Excellence, medical office building, planned opening 2027)
Academic teaching and research opportunities (Tufts University School of Medicine)
Competitive compensation package, including relocation assistance, CME expense reimbursement, and malpractice insurance.
At MaineHealth, we recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Total compensation packages may include, based on eligibility, recruitment payments, relocation assistance, productivity incentives, and quality incentives.
The annual base salary for this position is $600,000.
In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs and career growth opportunities.
Desired Qualifications:
MD/DO from an accredited medical school.
Fellowship-trained in Orthopedic Sports Surgery
Board Certified/Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
Interested candidates should apply online via the MaineHealth Careers website, and for more information contact Alyssa Grant, Physician & APP Recruitment Specialist, at Alyssa.Grant@mainehealth.org.
Portland, Maine - situated on the Maine coast, The Greater Portland Area offers the best of urban sophistication combined with small-town friendliness. The area provides four-season recreational opportunities, such as skiing, hiking, sailing, and miles of beautiful beaches.
MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, “Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.” MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire.
To learn more about our system please visit www.mainehealth.org and our benefits page.
Hiring Scam Alert
MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org.
Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute: Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.
Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.
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Entry Level Orthopedic Physician Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level orthopedic physician assistant job?
Employers hiring at the entry level prioritize clinical rotation experience in orthopedics, musculoskeletal assessment skills, and a willingness to learn under supervising physicians. Candidates who completed orthopedic-focused rotations, earned relevant certifications such as NCCPA board certification, and can demonstrate hands-on procedural exposure, including casting, joint injections, or surgical assist experience, stand out consistently over those with a general background alone.
Which companies hire entry level orthopedic physician assistants?
Companies hiring entry level orthopedic physician assistants right now include Sanford Health, CHRISTUS Health, and Baylor Scott & White Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level covers orthopedic private practices, health systems, ambulatory surgery centers, and sports medicine clinics that are actively building junior clinical teams.
Are there remote entry level orthopedic physician assistant jobs?
Yes, though most orthopedic physician assistant roles require in-person patient care. About 0% of entry level orthopedic physician assistant openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions typically involve telehealth consultations, post-operative follow-up visits, or administrative clinical support rather than hands-on procedural work.
Are these new grad orthopedic physician assistant jobs?
Yes. The listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior orthopedic physician assistant roles. A posting is generally new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts clinical rotations or supervised internship hours toward the requirement, or explicitly accepts candidates who are newly board-certified and ready to begin their first full-time position.
Which industries hire the most entry level orthopedic physician assistants?
Entry Level orthopedic physician assistant roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Science & Research, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Those sectors drive entry level hiring because they rely on growing clinical teams to handle patient volume, post-operative care coordination, and procedural support that experienced physicians and surgeons delegate to junior PAs.