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RN - Ortho

Rochester, NY · On-site

$3.3K/wk

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How much do orthopedic assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for orthopedic assistant in Rochester, NY is $18.78, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.23 and $20.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an orthopedic assistant?

To thrive as an Orthopedic Assistant, you need a solid understanding of musculoskeletal anatomy, clinical procedures, and patient care, often supported by medical assistant training or a related certification. Familiarity with orthopedic instruments, casting and splinting techniques, and electronic medical record (EMR) systems is typically required. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work well under pressure are valuable soft skills in this position. These competencies are crucial for delivering effective support to orthopedic teams and ensuring quality patient outcomes in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

What does an orthopedic assistant do?

An Orthopedic Assistant supports orthopedic doctors and surgeons in diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal conditions. Their duties may include preparing patients for procedures, applying casts or splints, assisting in surgeries, and educating patients on post-treatment care. They also handle administrative tasks such as updating medical records and scheduling appointments. Orthopedic Assistants work in hospitals, clinics, and specialized orthopedic offices to ensure smooth patient care and treatment processes.

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Infographic showing various Orthopedic Assistant job openings in Rochester, NY as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 40% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $39,054 per year, or $18.8 per hour.

Physician Assistant- Orthopedic Urgent Care

Rochester Regional Health

Henrietta, NY • On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

Other

Posted 4 days ago


Rochester Regional Health rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 218 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Physician Assistant Opportunity

The Department of Orthopedics at Rochester Regional Health is seeking a physician assistant to join our growing, collaborative orthopedic provider team. In this position, you will provide comprehensive patient care in an Orthopedic Urgent Care setting, managing both walk-in patients and scheduled follow-up visits.

Full Time

Location: Victor/Henrietta

Department: Orthopedics

Schedule: Days/Evenings, Every other weekend

Attributes:

  • Able to interact with patients in such a way as to instill confidence and ease of communication
  • Deeply concerned for the health and well-being of others
  • Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Exceptional documentation skills and professional behavior
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Must have proven ability to work in a team environment
  • Experience required

Responsibilities:

  • Patient Care: Perform a complete history and problem-focused examination; establishing a working diagnosis of non-operative and operative orthopedic conditions. Interpret x-rays and other diagnostic studies. Orders appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures. Develop treatment plans to provide optimal patient medical management; orders consultations and interacts with members of other specialty medical teams. First assist orthopedic surgical cases enhancing the efficiency, continuity, and quality of surgical care in the operating room. Provide high quality, patient-focused perioperative care for orthopedic surgery patients in conjunction with our multidisciplinary team. Provide bedside treatments such as joint injections. Respond to and manage acute care needs of hospitalized orthopedic patients.
  • Patient Satisfaction: Coordinates and communicates all aspects of patient care to patient, family, and health care team. Educates and encourages patients to become active participants in their own healthcare-related behavior and provides patient education materials related to diagnosis, treatment plans, and need for follow-up care, for use in encouraging wellness.
  • Medication & Orders: Prescribe medication, write orders, perform procedures and respond to emergency and/or acute condition changes. Documentation: Thoroughly and concisely documents in the patient's medical record all patient contact encounters, progress notes, orders, prescriptions, test results, and patient instructions according to standard medical practice guidelines and to support appropriate billing practices.
  • Quality and Education: Actively contributes to quality reporting metrics and participates in Grand Rounds, APP Council Meetings, unit meetings and M&M presentations. Demonstrates professional practice behavior including preceptor/mentoring, education and instruction of students, nursing staff, nurses, graduate and novice physician assistants and nurse practitioners.

Education:

BS: Physician Assistant (Required)

Licenses / Certifications:

PA-C - Certified Physician Assistant - National Committee on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), RPA - Registered Physician Assistant - New York State Education Department (NYSED)

Physical Requirements:

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee's physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

Pay Range: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00

City: Victor

Postal Code: 14564

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.


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