Orthopedic PA: Hip, Knee & Joint Surgery

Houston Methodist; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist seeks a Physician Assistant (PA) with ACLS certification to provide diagnostic, therapeutic, surgical, and preventive care under physician supervision. The PA will examine, diagnose, write prescriptions, and interpret tests, contributing to both inpatient and outpatient services within a collaborative care team.

The role emphasizes autonomous practice under supervision, compliance with Texas Board requirements, and ongoing patient safety and quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program; NCCPA certification.
• Minimum one year of clinical experience.
• Current Texas PA license and NCCPA certification (PA-C); BLS/ACLS required.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic, therapeutic, surgical and preventive care under physician supervision.
• Examine, diagnose, write prescriptions, take histories, and order therapies as part of patient care.
• Assist in surgery and provide treatment planning in inpatient and outpatient settings.

Skills

Clinical experience

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

NCCPA-certified PA program graduate

Job description

Houston Methodist seeks a Physician Assistant (PA) with ACLS certification to provide diagnostic, therapeutic, surgical, and preventive care under physician supervision. The PA will examine, diagnose, write prescriptions, and interpret tests, contributing to both inpatient and outpatient services within a collaborative care team.

The role emphasizes autonomous practice under supervision, compliance with Texas Board requirements, and ongoing patient safety and quality initiatives.