Physician Assistant, Orthopedic Surgery

Full Job Description

Job Title: Physician Assistant – Orthopedic SurgeryLocation: Plano, TXReports To: Supervising Surgeon / Medical DirectorJob Type: Full-timeCompensation: Commensurate with experienceSchedule: Monday–Friday, with after hours call support (telephone calls only)

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Physician Assistant (PA) to join our orthopedics practice. The Orthopedic Surgical PA will work under the supervision of a licensed surgeon to provide clinic consultations, pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative care to patients. This role requires a dynamic clinician who thrives in a fast-paced medical and surgical environment and is committed to delivering high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

Pre-Operative:

• Conduct patient histories and physical exams
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests
• Educate patients and families on procedures, risks, and post-op care
• Obtain informed consent under surgeon supervision

Intra-Operative:

• Assist in surgery as first or second assist
• Prepare and drape patients for surgery
• Maintain sterile field and manage surgical instruments
• Perform suturing, stapling, wound closure, and other delegated tasks

Post-Operative:

• Monitor and assess patient recovery
• Manage wound care, dressings, and drain removal
• Prescribe medications and post-op therapies under protocol
• Participating in discharge planning and patient education

General Duties:

• Document patient encounters and maintain EMR records
• Participate in clinical rounds and multidisciplinary care planning
• Respond to patient questions and concerns in a timely manner
• Adhere to hospital and departmental protocols and safety standards

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Current NCCPA certification
• Active and unrestricted PA license in Texas
• Current BLS and ACLS certification
• DEA
• Surgical assisting experience preferred but not required (new grads welcome with appropriate rotations)
• Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills

Work Environment:

• Fast-paced surgical and clinical settings
• Frequent standing, walking, and patient interaction
• May require on-call shifts, weekends, or evenings depending on surgical schedules

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Orthopedics
• Surgery

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• On call

Application Question(s):

• Are you a recent Graduate (2025) waiting to complete your PANCE testing?

Education:

• Master’s (Required)

Experience:

• Orthopedic surgery rotations: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Physician Assistant License in Texas (Required)
• DEA License (Required)
• BLS Certification (Required)
• ACLS Certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Plano, TX 75093 (Required)

Work Location: In person