Orthopedic PA: Surgical & Patient-Centered Care

Ortholonestar; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Ortholonestar in Texas seeks a Physician Assistant to support orthopedic physicians in delivering high-quality musculoskeletal care. You will conduct clinical evaluations, order tests, participate in pre- and post-operative planning, and coordinate treatment plans under physician delegation.

The role requires a Master's PA degree, Texas license, NCCPA, DEA/DPS registration if applicable, and BLS/ACLS. You will work with imaging, therapy, and administrative staff to ensure efficient patient care

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited PA program.
• Current, unrestricted Texas Physician Assistant License.
• NCCPA certification.
• Current DEA and DPS registration for prescriptive authority, if applicable.
• BLS and ACLS certification (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Take histories, perform exams, and orthopedic assessments.
• Order, interpret, and manage diagnostic tests (X-rays, MRIs, CTs, EMG/NCV, bone scans, labs).
• Develop differential diagnoses and treatment plans under physician supervision.
• Independently manage follow-up visits and postoperative care within defined scope.
• Assist supervising orthopedic surgeon in the operating room and in planning.
• Complete compliant medical records, billing, and coding per payer guidelines.
• Collaborate with physicians, staff, and patients to ensure efficient care.

Skills

Musculoskeletal knowledge

Procedural competency

Communication skills

Independent work

Clinical reasoning

Education

Master's degree in Physician Assistant program

Tools

AthenaOne EMR

Job description

Ortholonestar in Texas seeks a Physician Assistant to support orthopedic physicians in delivering high-quality musculoskeletal care. You will conduct clinical evaluations, order tests, participate in pre- and post-operative planning, and coordinate treatment plans under physician delegation.

The role requires a Master's PA degree, Texas license, NCCPA, DEA/DPS registration if applicable, and BLS/ACLS. You will work with imaging, therapy, and administrative staff to ensure efficient patient care