Orthopaedic Trauma Physician Assistant Opportunity
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Physician assistants employed in Idaho earn a median of $64.32 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
About the job
Portneuf Surgical Specialists in Pocatello, ID is searching for an Orthopedic Trauma Surgery Physician Assistant to join an established, employed practice servicing Portneuf Medical Center.
About Your Work
- Join 3 surgeons and 2 APP's
- 15-17 Shifts per month
- Excellent support staff
- Outpatient clinic conveniently attached to hospital
- Epic EMR
A Recruitment Package that Recognizes Your Talent and may include:
- Competitive Base Salary
- CME allowance
- Relocation allowance
- Paid malpractice coverage
- Health benefits + Retirement plan
1 Year of Surgical Physician Assistant experienced required; Orthopedic experience preferred
About Portneuf Medical Center:
In a joint venture partnership with the Portneuf Health Trust, Ardent operates Portneuf Medical Center located in Pocatello, ID. The mission of Portneuf Medical Center is simple: World-class care, every patient, every time. Serving the healthcare needs of Eastern Idaho since 1907, Portneuf Medical Center strives to deliver a higher level of care and healthier community as a 205-licensed bed acute care facility that is home to a Level II Trauma Center and 20-bed ICU.
About Your Community:
Home to Idaho State University and located in Southeastern Idaho, Pocatello was historically referred to as the "gateway to the Northwest" in the 1800s by miners and others on the Oregon Trail who would pass through Pocatello's Portneuf Gap on their journey. Today, residents enjoy Pocatello's affordable housing and emphasis on outdoor recreation- with its numerous hiking and biking trails and proximity to local and state parks, including Massacre Rocks State Park and w/in 3 hours from Yellowstone National Park and The Grand Tetons, Jackson Hole, Sun Valley and Salt Lake City.
This is a unique opportunity to take advantage of the great outdoors while pursuing your career goals. Learn more at: www.portneuf.org/joinourteam .
From Ardent Health's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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