Orthopedic Spine Physician Assistant

Responsibilities Include:

• Provide comprehensive care for spine patients, including evaluation of axial and radicular spine conditions, conservative management, and postoperative care
• Work closely with supervising physician Eric D. Nabors, MD – Orthopedics/Orthopedic Spine Surgery, supporting a high-volume spine practice
• Collaborate within a robust orthopedic group composed of 22 providers (physicians and APPs) supported by strong ancillary staff
• Maintain a consistent schedule:
  •  Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Manage a patient mix of 90% outpatient spine care and 10% OR support
• Provide care to approximately 15–25 spine patients daily
• Participate in a structured onboarding process including shadowing, EPIC training, imaging review, and spine-care pathways
• Contribute to the APP pooled call model as needed

Qualifications:

• Preferred: 5 years of experience as a Physician Assistant, ideally with orthopedic or neurosurgical spine background
• Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced clinical environment while maintaining compassionate, patient-centered care
• Strong proficiency in interpreting spine imaging, managing postoperative pathways, and performing urgent spine assessments
• Excellent communication, organizational, and critical-thinking skills
• Commitment to optimizing clinic efficiency and improving patient access

Why McLeod Health?

• This role offers the unique blend of advanced orthopedic practice and the coastal lifestyle of Little River, SC—minutes from North Myrtle Beach, boating, dining, and relaxed waterfront living. Join a premier health system that invests in its people and delivers excellence in patient care.