Physician Assistant-Orthopedic Surgery Musculoskeletal

University Health; Hondo (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health in San Antonio, Texas seeks a board-certified Physician Assistant to support the growth of the Orthopedic Services. You will work alongside an experienced orthopedic surgeon, delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to diverse patients and contributing to safety and continuous improvement.

The role involves primary health care and selective medical services under physician direction, including diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up care, with opportunities to impact

Qualifications

• Must have completed an accredited physician assistant program.
• Minimum of 1 year of training in an orthopedic specialty.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in collaboration with an experienced board-certified orthopedic surgeon.
• Perform follow-up visits and minor procedures (e.g., injections).
• Deliver care for patients recovering from surgery, injuries, and chronic orthopedic conditions.
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team committed to high-quality patient outcomes.
• Support a culture of patient safety, quality improvement, and innovation.

Education

PA program completion

1 year of specialty training

Job description

Physician Assistant-Orthopedic Surgery Musculoskeletal

Physician Assistant – Orthopedic Services

University Health | San Antonio, Texas

University Health and UMA are growing! We are seeking a board-certified and experienced Physician Assistant to support the expansion of our Orthopedic service line. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside an experienced, board-certified orthopedic surgeon while making a meaningful impact on patient recovery, mobility, and quality of life.

As part of a dynamic and collaborative clinical team, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to a diverse population while contributing to a culture of safety, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Position Summary / Responsibilities

Provides primary health care and performs selective medical services under the direction of specialty physicians. Responsible for diagnostic and therapeutic management of patients by completing medical histories, conducting physicals, establishing diagnosis through tests, and formulating treatment plans. Provides follow-up and health maintenance care of patients in accordance with protocols approved by a physician.

In this role, you will:

• Provide care in collaboration with an experienced board-certified orthopedic surgeon
• Perform follow-up visits and minor procedures (i.e., injections)
• Deliver care for patients recovering from surgery, injuries, and chronic orthopedic conditions
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team committed to high-quality patient outcomes
• Support a culture of patient safety, quality improvement, and innovation

Role Highlights

• Collaborative, team-based care environment
• Opportunity to work within a growing orthopedic service line
• Exposure to a diverse and complex patient population

Education / Experience

Successful Completion of an educational program for physician assistants or surgeon assistants accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, or by that committee's predecessor or successor entities is required. One year of training in the appropriate specialty is required.