Orthopedic Urgent Care Physician Assistant – Auburn, AL
Orthopedic Urgent Care Physician Assistant – Auburn, AL at University Urgent Ortho — Opelika, Alabama, US
- Company: University Urgent Ortho
- Location: Opelika, Alabama, US
- Employment type: FULL_TIME
- Posted: 2026-06-19
About this role
Orthopedic Urgent Care - Physician Assistant, Auburn Alabama
Full-Time | Competitive Pay + Production Incentives | Benefits Included
About the Role
We are opening a new orthopedic urgent care clinic and are seeking experienced Physician Assistants (PAs) to join us as founding clinical providers .
This is a unique opportunity to help build a clinic from the ground up -not just see patients, but help shape workflows, procedures, and best practices from day one. Ideal candidates are clinically confident, efficient, and motivated by both autonomy and performance-based incentives.
What You'll Do
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Evaluate and treat acute orthopedic and musculoskeletal injuries , including:
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Sprains, strains, fractures
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Sports injuries
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Minor dislocations
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Work- and activity-related injuries
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Order and interpret plain film X-rays
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Perform and assist with basic orthopedic procedures , including:
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Splinting and casting
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Joint injections (as credentialed)
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Wound care and minor procedures
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Provide timely, accurate documentation in the EMR
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Educate patients on treatment plans, recovery expectations, and follow-up care
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Collaborate closely with supervising physicians and referral orthopedic groups
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Participate in the development of clinical protocols, SOPs, and workflows
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Help establish a culture of efficiency, professionalism, and excellent patient experience
Who We're Looking For
Required:
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Licensed Physician Assistant
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Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience
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Eligible for state licensure and credentialing
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Comfortable practicing with a high degree of autonomy
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Strong documentation and time-management skills
Preferred Experience:
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Orthopedic, sports medicine, urgent care, or emergency medicine experience
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Experience with X-ray interpretation
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Prior urgent care or fast-paced clinical environment
Ideal Traits:
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Self-starter mentality - comfortable building something new
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Clinically confident and decisive
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Team-oriented with strong communication skills
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Motivated by productivity, quality metrics, and patient satisfaction
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Interested in leadership and long-term growth opportunities
Compensation & Benefits
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Competitive base salary
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Production-based incentive structure
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Full benefits package (health, retirement options, PTO, etc.)
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CME allowance (if applicable)
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Malpractice coverage
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Opportunity for increased responsibility and leadership as the clinic grows
Why Join Us?
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Be part of a founding clinical team
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Shape how the clinic operates from day one
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Work in a focused orthopedic setting (no primary care overload)
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Fast-paced, efficient environment with strong operational support
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Clear upside through productivity incentives and growth
How to Apply
Submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in building a new orthopedic urgent care clinic.
Email us at: UrgentOrtho-Operations@urgentorthoclinic.com
Contact Information UrgentOrtho-Operations@urgentorthoclinic.com or Phone 334-933-6834, Website: www.urgentorthoclinic.com