Remote Orthopedic Physician Assistant Jobs
Remote Orthopedic Physician Assistant jobs are open across the US at companies hiring remotely, from entry-level roles at remote-first startups to senior roles on large distributed teams, with employers like Optum, Sentara, and OU Health hiring right now. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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INTRODUCTION
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Optum is currently seeking a Short Stay Billing Validation (SSBV) Medical Director to join our Clinical and Coding Audit (CCAT) team with Optum Insights. This team is responsible for conducting facility inpatient payment integrity audits addressing ambulatory or outpatient hospital encounters that are incorrectly billed as inpatient. The SSBV Medical Directors work with cross-functional clinical reviews of nurses and do not question the severity of a patient's condition, nor the necessity of the care provided. Instead, Short-Stay Billing Validation determines whether the care provided was billed correctly. Optum's SSBV Medical Directors are part of a national organization and team, and collaborate with peers, nurse managers, and non-clinical employees from across the country.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide physician-level review and determination of short-stay inpatient claims to ensure accurate billing status and alignment with evidence-based guidelines
- Support audit integrity by delivering clear, defensible clinical rationale and partnering with clinical and operational teams to drive consistent review outcomes
- Grounded in the use and application of evidence-based medicine (EBM) such as InterQual®
- Responsible for collaborating with operational and business partners
- Maintain proficiency in all required software and platforms
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- MD or DO with an active, unrestricted medical license in the U.S
- Board certification up-to-date and in good standing
- Current Board Certification in an ABMS or AOBMS specialty
- 3+ years of clinical practice experience
- Technical proficiency in computer software and systems
- Proven ability to work collaboratively with nurses, coders, and operational partners in a matrixed environment
- Demonstrated excellence with both written and oral communication skills across clinical and non-clinical audiences
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- 2+ years of managed care, Quality Management experience and/or administrative leadership experience
- Experience applying evidence-based level-of-care criteria (e.g., InterQual® or MCG) in utilization review or payment integrity settings
- Experience with short-stay billing validation, inpatient status review, or physician advisory services in the acute care setting
- Experience developing clear, well-supported clinical rationale for billing status determinations and audit findings
- Knowledge of CMS guidelines, medical necessity review principles, and payer audit processes
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $248,500 - $373,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone - of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income - deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
INTRODUCTION
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Optum is currently seeking a Short Stay Billing Validation (SSBV) Medical Director to join our Clinical and Coding Audit (CCAT) team with Optum Insights. This team is responsible for conducting facility inpatient payment integrity audits addressing ambulatory or outpatient hospital encounters that are incorrectly billed as inpatient. The SSBV Medical Directors work with cross-functional clinical reviews of nurses and do not question the severity of a patient's condition, nor the necessity of the care provided. Instead, Short-Stay Billing Validation determines whether the care provided was billed correctly. Optum's SSBV Medical Directors are part of a national organization and team, and collaborate with peers, nurse managers, and non-clinical employees from across the country.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide physician-level review and determination of short-stay inpatient claims to ensure accurate billing status and alignment with evidence-based guidelines
- Support audit integrity by delivering clear, defensible clinical rationale and partnering with clinical and operational teams to drive consistent review outcomes
- Grounded in the use and application of evidence-based medicine (EBM) such as InterQual®
- Responsible for collaborating with operational and business partners
- Maintain proficiency in all required software and platforms
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- MD or DO with an active, unrestricted medical license in the U.S
- Board certification up-to-date and in good standing
- Current Board Certification in an ABMS or AOBMS specialty
- 3+ years of clinical practice experience
- Technical proficiency in computer software and systems
- Proven ability to work collaboratively with nurses, coders, and operational partners in a matrixed environment
- Demonstrated excellence with both written and oral communication skills across clinical and non-clinical audiences
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- 2+ years of managed care, Quality Management experience and/or administrative leadership experience
- Experience applying evidence-based level-of-care criteria (e.g., InterQual® or MCG) in utilization review or payment integrity settings
- Experience with short-stay billing validation, inpatient status review, or physician advisory services in the acute care setting
- Experience developing clear, well-supported clinical rationale for billing status determinations and audit findings
- Knowledge of CMS guidelines, medical necessity review principles, and payer audit processes
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $248,500 - $373,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone - of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income - deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Who's Hiring
- Optum2
- Sentara1
- OU Health1
- Virta Health1
- Cohere Health1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services3
- Consulting & Professional Services2
- Education1
- Technology & Software1
- Artificial Intelligence1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote orthopedic physician assistant jobs.
- NCCPA certification and active state PA license required
- Current DEA registration and BLS or ACLS certification
- Experience assisting in orthopedic or musculoskeletal surgical procedures
- Proficiency with electronic health records such as Epic or Meditech
- Ability to perform independent post-operative inpatient and outpatient management
- Certificate of Added Qualifications in Surgery or first-assist training preferred
Tips for Your Remote Orthopedic Physician Assistant Job Search
Tailor your resume to surgical subspecialties
Orthopedic PA hiring managers scan for subspecialty exposure fast. List specific procedures you've assisted or managed independently, such as total knee arthroplasty first assists, fracture reductions, or arthroscopic post-op management, not just general surgical support.
Highlight your first-assist certification separately
If you hold a Certificate of Added Qualifications in Surgery or a first-assist credential, put it in its own line near the top of your resume. Many orthopedic job postings filter on this before reading anything else in your application.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists orthopedic physician assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by patient volume and setting
High-volume trauma centers, outpatient sports medicine practices, and private orthopedic surgery groups each demand a different skill mix. Read the job description for language like 'rounding,' 'post-op visits,' or 'OR first-assist' to confirm the role matches your hands-on experience before applying.
Prepare case examples for behavioral interviews
Orthopedic interviewers routinely ask how you managed a complex post-op complication or handled a difficult patient conversation after a poor surgical outcome. Prepare two or three specific patient scenarios you can describe concisely without violating confidentiality.
Negotiate call schedule and autonomy before accepting
Before signing, ask explicitly about overnight call frequency, post-op rounding expectations, and your scope of practice in the OR. These vary dramatically between groups and affect daily workload far more than base compensation structure does.
Remote Orthopedic Physician Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote orthopedic physician assistant job?
Target companies that already run distributed teams, since they hire remotely by default and know how to onboard someone they never meet in person. Remote orthopedic physician assistant employers screen hard for self-direction and clear written communication on top of the core skills, so show evidence you can own work without someone over your shoulder. Apply to the openings above that match your experience.
Which companies hire remote orthopedic physician assistants?
Companies hiring remote orthopedic physician assistants include Optum, Sentara, and OU Health, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Remote-first firms and large companies running distributed teams post the most remote orthopedic physician assistant roles.
Can you get a remote orthopedic physician assistant job with no experience?
Yes, but it is harder than an on-site role, because remote work expects you to operate independently from the start. Entry-level remote orthopedic physician assistant openings do exist, especially at remote-first companies, and a portfolio of real work helps more than a long resume. Applying broadly to the roles that fit improves your odds.
Do you need a degree for remote orthopedic physician assistant jobs?
Not always. Many employers hire remote orthopedic physician assistants on demonstrated skills and prior work rather than a specific degree, though some larger companies still prefer one. Showing relevant results matters more than a credential for most remote orthopedic physician assistant roles.
Which industries hire the most remote orthopedic physician assistants?
Remote orthopedic physician assistant roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Consulting & Professional Services, and Education, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. These sectors run distributed teams and hire orthopedic physician assistants remotely most consistently.
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