Job Description
Physician Assistant – Orthopedics
A highly respected orthopedics practice in the North Dallas–Fort Worth area is adding a full-time Physician Assistant to support a busy and well-established Hip & Knee specialist.
This role was originally designed as clinic-based, but has evolved into a true clinic-to-OR opportunity, with structured training into the operating room and the ability to serve as a First Assist once fully onboarded.
Compensation & Schedule
- $115,000 – $125,000 base salary (flexibility for an exceptional candidate)
- Monday–Friday schedule
- Call responsibilities will be discussed collaboratively and tailored to the provider selected
- Credentialing begins immediately upon hire — you’ll be working, shadowing, and ramping up during the credentialing process
Why This Role Is Special
- Clear path from clinic-only to a split Clinic + OR role
- Hands-on training into the OR — prior OR experience is preferred but not required
- High-volume, fast-paced environment with strong clinical support
- Opportunity to practice with increasing autonomy and independence once fully ramped
- Patient population that is stable, loyal, and highly service-oriented
What You’ll Be Doing
- Managing day-to-day clinic visits for hip and knee patients
- Performing in-clinic procedures such as injections
- Ordering and interpreting diagnostic imaging
- Developing and executing treatment plans alongside the supervising physician
- Educating patients and families on diagnoses, procedures, and recovery plans
- Transitioning into the OR to support cases and serve as First Assist once trained
What They’re Looking For
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
- Previous orthopaedic experience required (clinic experience strongly valued)
- OR exposure during training or rotations is a plus
- Comfortable in a high-pace, high-volume environment
- Patient-first mindset with strong communication and customer service skills
- Confident decision-maker who values collaboration without needing constant oversight
This is an excellent opportunity for an APP who wants long-term growth, OR exposure, and the chance to work with a surgeon who values partnership and autonomy.