Physician Assistant-Orthopedic Surgery Musculoskeletal

University Health; Pleasanton (TX); On-site; USD 105,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health in San Antonio, Texas is seeking a board-certified Physician Assistant to support the expansion of our Orthopedic Services. You will work alongside an experienced orthopedic surgeon to improve patient mobility and quality of life within a collaborative clinical team.

The role focuses on diagnostic and therapeutic management, follow-up visits, minor procedures, and care for patients recovering from surgery or injuries.

Qualifications

• Board-certified and experienced Physician Assistant
• One year of training in the orthopedic specialty is required.

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 orthopedic surgery, injuries, and chronic conditions
• Work with a multidisciplinary team committed to high-quality patient outcomes
• Support a culture of patient safety and continuous improvement

Skills

Board-certified PA

Education

CAAHEP-accredited PA/Surgeon Assistant program

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.