Orthopaedic Surgery Advanced Practice Provider

HCA Healthcare; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice coverage

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Medical City Plano is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant to join our Orthopaedic Surgeons who specialize in routine and complex joint replacement, trauma, bone and soft tissue oncology. The PA-C will participate in pre- and post-operative care, coordinate imaging and referrals, and provide patient education throughout treatment.

The role emphasizes first-assist intraoperative responsibilities and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, efficient orthopedic care

Qualifications

• Certified PA-C with active license and board certification.
• Orthopedic surgery experience and first assist preferred.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and clinical-decision making skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate/manage orthopedic trauma, fractures, and post-traumatic issues.
• Coordinate imaging, biopsy work-up, oncology referrals, and perioperative planning.
• Conduct pre-operative evaluations and post-operative follow-up.
• Provide patient education and continuity of care.

Skills

PA-C

Orthopedic surgery

First assist

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C)

Job description

Description

Specialization:

Orthopaedic Total Joints

Orthopaedic Surgery

Job Summary:

Medical City Plano is seeking full-time Physician Assistants to join their team of Orthopaedic Surgeons who specialize in routine and complex joint replacement, orthopaedic trauma surgery, bone and soft tissue orthopaedic oncology.

Qualified Candidates:

• Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C)
• Orthopedic surgery experience and first assist experience strongly preferred
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and clinical decision-making skills
• Comfortable in a fast-paced academic-style orthopedic environment

Primary responsibilities include:

• Evaluate and manage orthopedic trauma, fractures, and post-traumatic complications
• Coordinate imaging, biopsy work-up, oncology referrals, and perioperative planning
• Conduct pre-operative evaluations and post-operative follow-up
• Provide patient education and continuity of care throughout treatment

Operative responsibilities include:

• First assist in orthopedic trauma procedures
• Assist in complex fracture reconstruction and limb salvage procedures
• First assist in musculoskeletal oncology and sarcoma resections
• Support operative workflow and multidisciplinary surgical planning
• Participates in a shared after-hours orthopedic coverage model as part of a collaborative team
• Rotating evening and weekend after-hours coverage shared across the PA team
• High-volume exposure to trauma, reconstruction, and orthopedic oncology

Incentives/Benefits Package:

In addition to unmatched potential for flexibility and career growth and a competitive salary with incentives, a comprehensive benefits program is available for full-time colleagues. This includes:

• Paid malpractice
• Coverage for medical, behavioral health, prescription drugs, dental and vision
• Wellbeing resources, including free counseling
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions
• Time off, including disability coverage
• Supplemental health protection plans
• Flexible spending accounts
• Financial wellbeing resources
• Family-focused and voluntary benefits

About Medical City Plano:

• Provides Plano and Collin County with advanced health care
• Full-service, 603-bed acute care hospital with more than 2,000 employees and over 1,400 physicians on staff
• Representing over 70 specialties and subspecialties
• First and only Level I Trauma Center in Collin County

Plano, Texas is a well-established corporate and healthcare hub known for its thriving professional community and strong economic foundation. The city offers excellent public schools and premier suburban neighborhoods, complemented by abundant parks and scenic trails. With median home values ranging from $420,000 to $610,000, Plano provides stable and appreciating real estate options. Residents enjoy upscale dining, shopping, and entertainment at destinations like Legacy West and the Shops at Legacy. Plano is especially attractive to dual-career physician families, offering a balanced blend of career opportunity and high-quality lifestyle.