Orthopedic Physician Assistant Jobs in Washington
Orthopedic Physician Assistant jobs in Washington are active across a broad range of settings, from high-volume orthopedic surgery centers and sports medicine clinics to large regional hospital systems, with openings at every level from new graduate to experienced senior clinician. The strongest hiring activity concentrates in the Seattle-Bellevue metro, Spokane, and the Tacoma area, where established employers like UW Medicine, MultiCare Health System, and Virginia Mason Franciscan Health maintain orthopedic programs with consistent staffing needs. Sub-specialty demand is highest in sports medicine, joint replacement, and spine care. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Swedish Medical Group seeks a full-time Orthopedic Surgery physician assistant to join Swedish Orthopedics in Issaquah, Washington. Join a collaborative group of orthopedic surgeons and advanced practice clinicians providing care across outpatient, inpatient, and surgical settings. This position offers a unique opportunity to help grow orthopedic services in one of the Puget Sound region's fastest-growing communities while practicing within one of the Pacific Northwest's largest and most respected orthopedic programs.
Position Details:
Full-time position
Based primarily in Issaquah with opportunities to collaborate across the broader Swedish orthopedic network
Primary focus on outpatient clinic and inpatient orthopedic care, primarily supporting a total joint arthroplasty practice, with operating room responsibilities introduced gradually over time
Opportunity to transition into surgical first assist responsibilities as the practice and team needs evolve
Manage orthopedic patients across the continuum of care, including pre-operative, post-operative, and follow-up visits
Collaborate closely with orthopedic surgeons, advanced practice clinicians, rehabilitation specialists, and multidisciplinary care teams
Opportunity to work with a broad spectrum of orthopedic conditions and procedures
Contribute to the continued growth and development of orthopedic services for Eastside communities
Compensation and Benefits:
Compensation is between $150,001 and $200,340 per year
Swedish Medical Group offers a comprehensive benefits package
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement plans with employer contributions
Paid time off and holidays
CME allowance
Malpractice coverage
Relocation assistance for eligible candidates
Professional growth and leadership opportunities within a large, integrated health system
The compensation amounts listed may include productivity or quality/service incentives, call pay, extra shift incentives, as applicable to the position. In addition, providers may have CME benefits available to them.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Master's Degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program
Washington State PA license or ability to obtain prior to start date
National certification as a Physician Assistant (PA-C)
Orthopedic experience preferred; new graduates with strong orthopedic rotations and demonstrated interest in orthopedic surgery are encouraged to apply
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Commitment to patient-centered care and clinical excellence
Where You’ll Work
Swedish Medical Center's Issaquah Highlands campus is a full-service community hospital 17 miles east of downtown Seattle. The 80-bed facility provides a wide range of inpatient and outpatient specialty care, including oncology, cardiology, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, emergency, intensive care and a host of specialized surgical services. The Swedish Issaquah emergency department received the prestigious Summit Award by Press Ganey Associates for maintaining patient satisfaction scores in the 95th percentile or above for at least three years.
Where You’ll Live
Issaquah is a scenic suburb of Seattle, east of the city on the south end of Lake Sammamish. With the Tiger, Squak and Cougar mountains surrounding it and state parks just minutes away, Issaquah feels farther from the urban center than it really is. Its historic shops, such as the famous Boehm’s Candies, attract visitors from around the world, while Duthie Hill Park’s 120 acres of evergreen forest are a popular hiking and mountain-biking destination.
Who You’ll Work For
Swedish is a comprehensive health network with a long history of excellence. The Seattle-based system operates five hospitals with more than 1,500 beds, and more than 115 primary and specialty care clinics. Part of the Providence family, Swedish is world-renowned for its innovative and ground-breaking diagnoses, treatments and medical research at its five award-winning institutes: cancer, digestive health, heart and vascular, neuroscience and orthopedic. Its mission is to improve the health and well-being of each person it serves.
Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran
Job ID Number: 31758
Facility Name: Swedish Issaquah Campus
Location Name: Issaquah (Seattle Metro Area)
Brand Name: Swedish
Provider Profession: Physician Assistant
Medical Specialty: Surgery General
Job Setting: Hospital
Type of Role: Clinical
Email: matthew.faber@psdrecruit.org
Phone Number: (425) 943-9382
Schedule: Full Time
Compensation: $150,001 - $200,340 Per Year
CP: Yes
CB: Yes
J1: No
H1B: No
Let’s get in touch If you have questions about this specific job or others, I'm all ears. Send me a note and we'll be one step closer to the right opportunity.
Matthew Faber Provider Recruiter
(425) 943-9382
matthew.faber@psdrecruit.org
Contact Me
Swedish Medical Group seeks a full-time Orthopedic Surgery physician assistant to join Swedish Orthopedics in Issaquah, Washington. Join a collaborative group of orthopedic surgeons and advanced practice clinicians providing care across outpatient, inpatient, and surgical settings. This position offers a unique opportunity to help grow orthopedic services in one of the Puget Sound region's fastest-growing communities while practicing within one of the Pacific Northwest's largest and most respected orthopedic programs.
Position Details:
Full-time position
Based primarily in Issaquah with opportunities to collaborate across the broader Swedish orthopedic network
Primary focus on outpatient clinic and inpatient orthopedic care, primarily supporting a total joint arthroplasty practice, with operating room responsibilities introduced gradually over time
Opportunity to transition into surgical first assist responsibilities as the practice and team needs evolve
Manage orthopedic patients across the continuum of care, including pre-operative, post-operative, and follow-up visits
Collaborate closely with orthopedic surgeons, advanced practice clinicians, rehabilitation specialists, and multidisciplinary care teams
Opportunity to work with a broad spectrum of orthopedic conditions and procedures
Contribute to the continued growth and development of orthopedic services for Eastside communities
Compensation and Benefits:
Compensation is between $150,001 and $200,340 per year
Swedish Medical Group offers a comprehensive benefits package
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement plans with employer contributions
Paid time off and holidays
CME allowance
Malpractice coverage
Relocation assistance for eligible candidates
Professional growth and leadership opportunities within a large, integrated health system
The compensation amounts listed may include productivity or quality/service incentives, call pay, extra shift incentives, as applicable to the position. In addition, providers may have CME benefits available to them.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Master's Degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program
Washington State PA license or ability to obtain prior to start date
National certification as a Physician Assistant (PA-C)
Orthopedic experience preferred; new graduates with strong orthopedic rotations and demonstrated interest in orthopedic surgery are encouraged to apply
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Commitment to patient-centered care and clinical excellence
Where You’ll Work
Swedish Medical Center's Issaquah Highlands campus is a full-service community hospital 17 miles east of downtown Seattle. The 80-bed facility provides a wide range of inpatient and outpatient specialty care, including oncology, cardiology, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, emergency, intensive care and a host of specialized surgical services. The Swedish Issaquah emergency department received the prestigious Summit Award by Press Ganey Associates for maintaining patient satisfaction scores in the 95th percentile or above for at least three years.
Where You’ll Live
Issaquah is a scenic suburb of Seattle, east of the city on the south end of Lake Sammamish. With the Tiger, Squak and Cougar mountains surrounding it and state parks just minutes away, Issaquah feels farther from the urban center than it really is. Its historic shops, such as the famous Boehm’s Candies, attract visitors from around the world, while Duthie Hill Park’s 120 acres of evergreen forest are a popular hiking and mountain-biking destination.
Who You’ll Work For
Swedish is a comprehensive health network with a long history of excellence. The Seattle-based system operates five hospitals with more than 1,500 beds, and more than 115 primary and specialty care clinics. Part of the Providence family, Swedish is world-renowned for its innovative and ground-breaking diagnoses, treatments and medical research at its five award-winning institutes: cancer, digestive health, heart and vascular, neuroscience and orthopedic. Its mission is to improve the health and well-being of each person it serves.
Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran
Job ID Number: 31758
Facility Name: Swedish Issaquah Campus
Location Name: Issaquah (Seattle Metro Area)
Brand Name: Swedish
Provider Profession: Physician Assistant
Medical Specialty: Surgery General
Job Setting: Hospital
Type of Role: Clinical
Email: matthew.faber@psdrecruit.org
Phone Number: (425) 943-9382
Schedule: Full Time
Compensation: $150,001 - $200,340 Per Year
CP: Yes
CB: Yes
J1: No
H1B: No
Let’s get in touch If you have questions about this specific job or others, I'm all ears. Send me a note and we'll be one step closer to the right opportunity.
Matthew Faber Provider Recruiter
(425) 943-9382
matthew.faber@psdrecruit.org
Contact Me
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What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in orthopedic physician assistant jobs across Washington.
- Active Washington State physician assistant license issued by the Medical Quality Assurance Commission
- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants NCCPA certification required
- Completion of an accredited master's level physician assistant program
- Minimum one to three years of orthopedic or surgical clinical experience preferred
- Current BLS certification with ACLS preferred for surgical or hospital-based roles
- Proficiency with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Cerner
Orthopedic Physician Assistant Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a orthopedic physician assistant in Washington?
To practice as an orthopedic physician assistant in Washington, you must hold an active license from the Washington State Medical Quality Assurance Commission, which requires graduating from an accredited physician assistant program and passing the PANCE through NCCPA. After licensure, most Washington orthopedic employers expect candidates to complete a postgraduate orthopedic fellowship or accumulate direct surgical and musculoskeletal clinical experience before taking on independent caseloads.
How much do orthopedic physician assistants make in Washington?
Orthopedic physician assistants in Washington earn a median of about $164,360 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $125,580 for the lowest 10% to over $218,150 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire orthopedic physician assistants in Washington?
Employers hiring orthopedic physician assistants in Washington right now include Provider Solutions & Development, WhidbeyHealth Medical Center, and 77 Consultants, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Washington's large integrated health systems and independent orthopedic practice groups both recruit regularly, particularly in the Seattle metro and Spokane corridors where surgical volume and sports medicine demand remain strong.
Which Washington cities have the most orthopedic physician assistant jobs?
Coupeville, Everett, and Seattle account for the most orthopedic physician assistant openings in Washington. Seattle and Bellevue lead because of the dense concentration of major health systems and orthopedic specialty groups there, while Spokane's role as eastern Washington's regional medical hub and Tacoma's growing MultiCare and Virginia Mason Franciscan campuses generate consistent demand outside the primary metro.
Are there remote orthopedic physician assistant jobs in Washington?
Yes, but they're rare. Orthopedic physician assistant work is fundamentally hands-on, involving surgical assistance, physical assessments, and direct patient procedures that cannot be performed remotely. About 0% of orthopedic physician assistant openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those postings typically cover telehealth follow-up visits or administrative chart review functions rather than full clinical roles.
How can I get hired as a orthopedic physician assistant in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to a postgraduate orthopedic or surgical PA fellowship, and Washington employers like UW Medicine and MultiCare Health System have onboarded new graduates through structured fellowship and residency-adjacent programs. Candidates can also move laterally from emergency medicine or general surgery PA roles into orthopedic positions. Holding an active Washington Medical Quality Assurance Commission license before applying and gaining any operative or fracture-care exposure as a student gives new graduates a measurable edge.
Where can I find and apply to orthopedic physician assistant jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to orthopedic physician assistant jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Washington employers. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your specialty background and preferred location, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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