Orthopedic Physician Assistant Opportunity Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare (GVMH) is seeking a Full-Time Orthopedic Physician Assistant to join our established orthopedic practice in Clinton, Missouri. This is an exceptional opportunity to work alongside an experienced orthopedic surgeon in a supportive, team-oriented environment with limited call responsibilities and a strong focus on work-life balance.
Position Highlights:- Full-time hospital-employed position with limited call
- Join a well-established orthopedic team with an experienced surgeon and dedicated support staff
- Mix of surgical assisting, inpatient rounding, and outpatient clinic responsibilities
- Modern facilities with advanced technology and access to on-site imaging, physical therapy, and specialty services
- Competitive compensation with signing bonus and relocation assistance
- Retirement benefits with 403(b) and 457(b) plans + profit sharing
- Generous CME allowance and paid time off
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, life, and malpractice insurance
- About Clinton, Missouri
Located just an hour southeast of Kansas City, Clinton offers a welcoming small-town lifestyle with easy access to big-city amenities. Nestled near Truman Lake, one of Missouris premier destinations for fishing, boating, and outdoor recreation, Clinton provides a safe, family-friendly environment with excellent schools, a low cost of living, and a strong sense of community.
Distinguished AwardsGolden Valley Memorial Healthcare (GVMH) was named to Beckers 2025 Great Community Hospitals list, a recognition of its ongoing commitment to excellence in patient-centered care and innovation. GVMH also received the 2023 Performance Leadership Award by the Chartis Center for Rural Health for excellence in patient outcomes among rural hospitals.
In 2024, GVMH earned the Press Ganey HX Guardian of Excellence Award, placing it in the top 5% of providers nationwide for patient experience in home health and hospice services. The organization also received three American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines and Mission: Lifeline achievement awards for following up-to-date, research-based guidelines in the treatment of heart attack and stroke.
GVMH was one of 429 U.S. hospitals to receive a Five-Star Overall Quality Rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in July 2022 and also earned an A Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for its achievements in protecting patients from preventable harm and errors.
In addition, GVMH has been honored with multiple MAHPRM Show-Me Excellence Awards for outstanding work in marketing and community communications, receiving first place recognition for its website, Heart of Gold, Breast Cancer Awareness, and Hospice Memorial Services campaigns.
