Orthopedic Physician Assistant Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Orthopedic physician assistants qualify for H-1B visa and EB-2/EB-3 sponsorship based on their specialized healthcare training. Most positions require a master's degree from an accredited PA program, state licensure, and NCCPA certification. Healthcare employers frequently sponsor international PAs due to workforce shortages, particularly in orthopedic specialties. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Full time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
Trinity Health Mid Atlantic - St. Mary Medical Center is looking for a full time Physician Assistant to join our Orthopedic practice in Langhorne, PA. Ortho experience preferred.
The PA will provide coordination, planning and implementation of health-related services that best meet the needs of patients and their families as a Physician Assistant. Incorporate education plans into daily patient activity while integrating primary and secondary diagnosis. The APP will assume accountability for managing the delivery of patients and act as a patient advocate and uphold patient's rights. Will work in a collaborative team environment; consulting and referring to other Health Care professionals in our health system. At times asked to perform as a preceptor to PA's.
Practice/Responsibilities:
- APP will work as a Physician Extender, working with all orthopedic specialties.
- APP will see new patients, Post-Op, Follow up and Injection visit types.
- Schedule is 4 shifts per week.
- APPs take first primary call 1:4 weekdays/weekends rotations; Physicians cover secondary call. Includes weekend rounding.
- APP will be First Assist in Surgeries.
- Six full-time Physicians (mix of specialties to include: Sports Medicine, Foot/Ankle, Hand/Shoulder, Trauma, Joints, Spine) plus four PAs.
Requirements:
- Master's Degree required
- 2-4+ Years of experience preferred
- PA License required
- BLS required
RECRUITMENT PACKAGE
Compensation & Benefits Highlights:
- Competitive Starting Compensation: $135,000 – 150,000
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health, vision, and dental coverage
- Paid malpractice insurance with post-employment tail coverage
- Professional Development: CME expense allowance to support ongoing education
- Retirement Planning: Employer-matched retirement savings program
Additional Information:
- On-Site Fitness Center – Free Membership: Stay healthy and energized with complimentary access to our spacious, fully equipped gym located right at the hospital. Enjoy the convenience of working out before or after your shift (or while on-call) without the hassle of an extra commute.
- On-Site Child Care: Enjoy the convenience and peace of mind of a dedicated daycare center right on campus, making it easier to balance for your professional and family life.
COMMUNITY DESCRIPTION
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is the largest city in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the fifth-most-populous city in the United States, and the core of the sixth-largest metropolitan area in the country.
Located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, the area boasts wonderful family oriented residential communities. There is quick access to historic Philadelphia with fabulous cultural opportunities, theater, orchestra, museums, and restaurants. Beaches, mountains, New York City and Washington DC are also just a short drive away.
Craving some fun in the fresh air and sunshine? Enjoy biking, fishing, hunting, horseback riding, golf and our many parks. The Countryside has more outdoor activities than you can shake a walking stick at including wine trails and even Appalachian trails, the possibilities are endless. For more information on Philadelphia visit www.visitphilly.com.
As the area’s most comprehensive medical center, St. Mary Medical Center provides state-of-the-art technology and advanced care for the most complex cases through a compassionate team of more than 700 physicians, 3,200 colleagues, and 1,100 volunteers. Services include the region’s leading cardiovascular program; Bucks County’s only state-accredited trauma center; emergency services including a dedicated pediatric emergency care center; neurosciences; a Joint Commission-certified primary stroke center, joint replacement program, and sleep disorder center; specialized diagnostic imaging; obstetrics; NICU and emergency pediatric care in partnership with Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP); orthopedic surgery and rehabilitation; pain management; the St. Mary breast center; and the St. Mary cancer center.
Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic is the largest Catholic healthcare system serving the Greater Philadelphia area and is a part of Trinity Health of Livonia, Michigan. Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic is comprised of Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital, Saint Francis Healthcare, St. Mary Medical Center, Nazareth Hospital, and Trinity Health Mid Atlantic Medical Group along with their associated home health and LIFE programs, aligned joint ventures, sub-corporations, programs, and services. The hospitals, medical offices, specialized facilities, affiliated institutions, and foundations includes more than 9,000 colleagues. These hospitals serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within their communities.
Trinity Health Mid Atlantic Medical Group includes 400+ providers in over 20 specialties who provide care in 50+ locations and within all Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic hospitals. THMA Medical Group providers strive to improve the health of our communities by providing high quality care to our patients, families, and communities.
TRINITY HEALTH
Trinity Health is one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation. We serve people and communities in 22 states from coast to coast with more than 90 hospitals and 100 continuing care facilities – including home care, hospice, PACE and senior living facilities and programs that provide nearly two and a half million visits annually. Trinity Health employs more than 133,000 colleagues, including 7,800 employed physicians and clinicians.
Our mission: We, Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities. We support this mission by living our core values of Reverence, Commitment to Those Who are Poor, Justice, Stewardship, and Integrity.
Committed to recruiting talented physicians, we are looking for physicians who share our values and want to help us fulfill the health care needs of the communities we serve.
Envision your future with the strength and stability of a nationwide leader in healthcare. An environment of innovation, quality, and compassion with competitive compensation. A diverse and dynamic region offering affordable living and quality of life for singles and families.
Be a part of change in our communities by being a part of Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic!
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
Trinity Health Mid Atlantic - St. Mary Medical Center is looking for a full time Physician Assistant to join our Orthopedic practice in Langhorne, PA. Ortho experience preferred.
The PA will provide coordination, planning and implementation of health-related services that best meet the needs of patients and their families as a Physician Assistant. Incorporate education plans into daily patient activity while integrating primary and secondary diagnosis. The APP will assume accountability for managing the delivery of patients and act as a patient advocate and uphold patient's rights. Will work in a collaborative team environment; consulting and referring to other Health Care professionals in our health system. At times asked to perform as a preceptor to PA's.
Practice/Responsibilities:
- APP will work as a Physician Extender, working with all orthopedic specialties.
- APP will see new patients, Post-Op, Follow up and Injection visit types.
- Schedule is 4 shifts per week.
- APPs take first primary call 1:4 weekdays/weekends rotations; Physicians cover secondary call. Includes weekend rounding.
- APP will be First Assist in Surgeries.
- Six full-time Physicians (mix of specialties to include: Sports Medicine, Foot/Ankle, Hand/Shoulder, Trauma, Joints, Spine) plus four PAs.
Requirements:
- Master's Degree required
- 2-4+ Years of experience preferred
- PA License required
- BLS required
RECRUITMENT PACKAGE
Compensation & Benefits Highlights:
- Competitive Starting Compensation: $135,000 – 150,000
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health, vision, and dental coverage
- Paid malpractice insurance with post-employment tail coverage
- Professional Development: CME expense allowance to support ongoing education
- Retirement Planning: Employer-matched retirement savings program
Additional Information:
- On-Site Fitness Center – Free Membership: Stay healthy and energized with complimentary access to our spacious, fully equipped gym located right at the hospital. Enjoy the convenience of working out before or after your shift (or while on-call) without the hassle of an extra commute.
- On-Site Child Care: Enjoy the convenience and peace of mind of a dedicated daycare center right on campus, making it easier to balance for your professional and family life.
COMMUNITY DESCRIPTION
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is the largest city in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the fifth-most-populous city in the United States, and the core of the sixth-largest metropolitan area in the country.
Located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, the area boasts wonderful family oriented residential communities. There is quick access to historic Philadelphia with fabulous cultural opportunities, theater, orchestra, museums, and restaurants. Beaches, mountains, New York City and Washington DC are also just a short drive away.
Craving some fun in the fresh air and sunshine? Enjoy biking, fishing, hunting, horseback riding, golf and our many parks. The Countryside has more outdoor activities than you can shake a walking stick at including wine trails and even Appalachian trails, the possibilities are endless. For more information on Philadelphia visit www.visitphilly.com.
As the area’s most comprehensive medical center, St. Mary Medical Center provides state-of-the-art technology and advanced care for the most complex cases through a compassionate team of more than 700 physicians, 3,200 colleagues, and 1,100 volunteers. Services include the region’s leading cardiovascular program; Bucks County’s only state-accredited trauma center; emergency services including a dedicated pediatric emergency care center; neurosciences; a Joint Commission-certified primary stroke center, joint replacement program, and sleep disorder center; specialized diagnostic imaging; obstetrics; NICU and emergency pediatric care in partnership with Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP); orthopedic surgery and rehabilitation; pain management; the St. Mary breast center; and the St. Mary cancer center.
Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic is the largest Catholic healthcare system serving the Greater Philadelphia area and is a part of Trinity Health of Livonia, Michigan. Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic is comprised of Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital, Saint Francis Healthcare, St. Mary Medical Center, Nazareth Hospital, and Trinity Health Mid Atlantic Medical Group along with their associated home health and LIFE programs, aligned joint ventures, sub-corporations, programs, and services. The hospitals, medical offices, specialized facilities, affiliated institutions, and foundations includes more than 9,000 colleagues. These hospitals serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within their communities.
Trinity Health Mid Atlantic Medical Group includes 400+ providers in over 20 specialties who provide care in 50+ locations and within all Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic hospitals. THMA Medical Group providers strive to improve the health of our communities by providing high quality care to our patients, families, and communities.
TRINITY HEALTH
Trinity Health is one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation. We serve people and communities in 22 states from coast to coast with more than 90 hospitals and 100 continuing care facilities – including home care, hospice, PACE and senior living facilities and programs that provide nearly two and a half million visits annually. Trinity Health employs more than 133,000 colleagues, including 7,800 employed physicians and clinicians.
Our mission: We, Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities. We support this mission by living our core values of Reverence, Commitment to Those Who are Poor, Justice, Stewardship, and Integrity.
Committed to recruiting talented physicians, we are looking for physicians who share our values and want to help us fulfill the health care needs of the communities we serve.
Envision your future with the strength and stability of a nationwide leader in healthcare. An environment of innovation, quality, and compassion with competitive compensation. A diverse and dynamic region offering affordable living and quality of life for singles and families.
Be a part of change in our communities by being a part of Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic!
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Orthopedic Physician Assistant
Target large healthcare systems over private practices
Hospital networks and large medical groups have dedicated immigration departments and established H-1B processes. Private orthopedic practices rarely have the resources or experience for visa sponsorship.
Highlight your orthopedic specialization
General PA training plus orthopedic focus strengthens your H-1B specialty occupation case. Emphasize surgical assistance experience, musculoskeletal expertise, and any orthopedic rotations or certifications you've completed.
Apply early for state PA licensure
Most states require PA licensure before employment begins. Start the application process immediately after securing a job offer, as licensing delays can affect your visa timeline.
Document your clinical training thoroughly
USCIS scrutinizes healthcare H-1B petitions carefully. Prepare detailed transcripts, clinical rotation records, and supervisor evaluations showing your specialized orthopedic training meets specialty occupation requirements.
Network through professional PA organizations
Join the American Academy of PAs and state PA associations. Many employers find international candidates through professional networks rather than traditional job boards.
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Find Orthopedic Physician Assistant JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Do I need a master's degree to get H-1B sponsorship as a physician assistant?
Yes, virtually all PA positions require a master's degree from an accredited physician assistant program. A bachelor's degree typically won't qualify for H-1B sponsorship in this role. USCIS expects PAs to have completed the standard 24-27 month master's program that includes both didactic coursework and clinical rotations.
Can foreign-trained physician assistants get U.S. visa sponsorship?
It's extremely difficult. The U.S. doesn't recognize international PA training programs. You'd typically need to complete an accredited U.S. PA program first. Some foreign-trained doctors transition to PA roles by enrolling in U.S. PA programs, but direct credential recognition isn't available.
What visa options exist for orthopedic physician assistants?
H-1B is the primary option for most employers. J-1 waivers are available if you work in medically underserved areas for three years. EB-2 and EB-3 green cards are possible for permanent positions. TN visas don't cover physician assistants, despite healthcare being an eligible category.
How strong is the H-1B case for orthopedic physician assistant roles?
Very strong. PA positions clearly meet specialty occupation requirements due to the master's degree requirement, state licensing, and specialized medical training. The healthcare shortage strengthens employer justification. USCIS approval rates for healthcare H-1B petitions are typically higher than average.
Can I work in multiple states as a sponsored physician assistant?
Only in states where you're licensed and your H-1B LCA covers that location. Each state requires separate PA licensure. If your employer has multiple locations, they need to file LCAs for each work site. Some states have PA licensure compacts that allow practice across member states.
How to find Orthopedic Physician Assistant jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Orthopedic Physician Assistant jobs with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting healthcare professionals with sponsoring employers. Focus on large hospital systems, orthopedic surgery centers, and sports medicine clinics that commonly sponsor H-1B visas for specialized PAs. These employers often need skilled orthopedic PAs and are willing to support visa applications for qualified candidates.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Orthopedic Physician Assistant jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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