Orthopedic Surgery PA — Full-Time, OR Support & Team Care

Tenet Healthcare; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant to join our Orthopedic team in Tucson, AZ. This role supports timely access to care for a high-volume patient population and offers a collaborative environment with a busy practice.

The PA will perform histories and physicals, assist in the operating room, order and interpret testing, and develop comprehensive treatment plans under physician supervision. Licensure and DEA eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PA program and PA licensure is required.
• Certification(s) per governing board and DEA eligibility.
• Five key responsibilities include accurate patient history, physical exams, diagnoses and treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to Tenet Physician Resources policies and HIPAA compliance.
• Obtain and record health history; perform comprehensive physical examination.
• Diagnose, treat, and plan patient care; refer to physicians as needed.
• Complete documentation of patient care per policy.
• Assist physician in procedures and rounds; participate in reviews and committees.

Skills

OR assistance

diagnostic testing

treatment planning

team collaboration

Education

Graduate of accredited PA program

Job description

Tenet Healthcare is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant to join our Orthopedic team in Tucson, AZ. This role supports timely access to care for a high-volume patient population and offers a collaborative environment with a busy practice.

The PA will perform histories and physicals, assist in the operating room, order and interpret testing, and develop comprehensive treatment plans under physician supervision. Licensure and DEA eligibility are required.