Orthopedic PA - Outpatient Arthroplasty (Mon-Fri)

Brighten City Hospital; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive bonuses

CME reimbursement

Health and dental insurance

401k with company matching

Disability insurance

Employer-funded malpractice coverage

Job summary

Brighten City Hospital seeks a dedicated Orthopedic Physician Assistant to join our outpatient clinic in Grand Prairie, TX. You will provide comprehensive care to arthroplasty patients, coordinate pre- and post-operative planning, and collaborate with surgeons in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

The role is onsite, Monday–Friday 8 AM–5 PM, with a focus on improving patient outcomes, education, and rehabilitation through a multidisciplinary approach.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant studies from an accredited program.
• Current certification from the Board of Registration of Physician Assistants.
• Valid DEA registration and State Controlled Substance registration.
• CPR/BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive medical care to arthroplasty patients in the outpatient setting.
• Conduct histories and physical examinations for new, established, pre-operative, and post-operative patients, documenting findings.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests to develop effective treatment plans.
• Formulate individualized care plans based on diagnostic results for pre-op optimization and post-op recovery.
• Manage patient care coordination throughout the surgical journey and provide education and support.
• Consult with supervising orthopedic surgeons on findings beyond the PA’s scope of practice.
• Assist in the operating room as first assistant and maintain sterile conditions.
• Prescribe medications in accordance with organizational and regulatory guidelines.
• Effectively manage a high volume of patient communications and document clinical activity.
• Participate in weekly case presentations and multidisciplinary meetings.
• Identify potential candidates for clinical research studies and obtain consent.
• Engage in patient and family education initiatives to promote understanding of treatment protocols and recovery processes.

Education

Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant studies

Board certification from the Board of Registration of Physician Assistants

DEA registration

State Controlled Substance registration

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Brighten City Hospital seeks a dedicated Orthopedic Physician Assistant to join our outpatient clinic in Grand Prairie, TX. You will provide comprehensive care to arthroplasty patients, coordinate pre- and post-operative planning, and collaborate with surgeons in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

The role is onsite, Monday–Friday 8 AM–5 PM, with a focus on improving patient outcomes, education, and rehabilitation through a multidisciplinary approach.