Physician Assistant (PA)

Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Conduct comprehensive patient histories, physical examinations, and clinical assessments for orthopedic and sports medicine patients.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests including X-rays, MRIs, and lab results.
• Develop and implement treatment plans for acute injuries, chronic musculoskeletal conditions, and post-operative rehabilitation.
• Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with state laws and collaborative agreements.
• Provide patient education on diagnosis, treatment options, preventive care, and rehabilitation programs.

Surgical Assistance

• Assist supervising physicians in surgical procedures, including pre-operative preparation, intraoperative support, and post-operative care.
• Manage wound closures, suturing, dressing changes, and removal of staples/sutures.
• Monitor patients in recovery and coordinate follow-up surgical care.

Care Coordination & Collaboration

• Collaborate with physicians, physical therapists, athletic trainers, and other members of the care team to ensure integrated patient management.
• Facilitate referrals to specialists or ancillary services as needed.
• Maintain communication with referring providers regarding patient progress and outcomes.

Administrative & Compliance

• Accurately document all patient interactions, diagnoses, treatment plans, and procedures in the EMR system in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and all applicable state/federal healthcare

regulations.

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, peer reviews, and continuing medical education.
• Support SMASA protocols, policies, and procedures to promote efficiency and patient satisfaction.

Qualifications

Education & Certification

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current licensure as a Physician Assistant in the State of Texas.
• Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience preferred; orthopedic or sports medicine experience strongly desired.
• Experience in both outpatient and surgical settings preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.
• High degree of professionalism, integrity, and patient-centered care philosophy.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Working Conditions

• Full-time, onsite role with potential for extended hours based on patient load or surgical schedules.
• Work performed in clinic settings, operating rooms, and occasionally at athletic or sports events.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and assist in surgical procedures for extended periods.