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A Physician Assistant provides medical care to patients, under the supervision of a physician or surgeon. Works in all areas and specialties of medicine, and is licensed to practice medicine but has less formal certification than a physician. Performs duties delegated by a physician such as recording patient medical histories, ordering diagnostic tests, or giving immunizations. May serve as the primary healthcare provider, in consultation with a part-time physician, in communities with limited health care resources.
$119,339 / year median in Texas
+21% projected growth
Job Description
PARKER SPORTS MEDICINE
Physician Assistant (PA-C) Orthopedics Sports Medicine Clinical & Surgical Now Accepting Applications | Experienced PAs and New Graduates Welcome Direct physician mentorship, collegiate athletics coverage, surgical exposure, and orthopedic trauma experience.ABOUT PARKER SPORTS MEDICINE
Parker Sports Medicine delivers elite-level orthopedic and sports medicine care throughout the Texas Panhandle. As the team medical provider for West Texas A&M University and numerous area high schools, our practice provides unique exposure to athletes of all levels while maintaining a strong commitment to patient-centered care, education, and mentorship.POSITION OVERVIEW
Join a growing orthopedic and sports medicine practice where you will work in both the clinic and operating room. Care for youth, high school, collegiate, and adult athletes, as well as patients with trauma and general orthopedic conditions. This position is ideal for new graduates seeking meaningful mentorship and experienced PAs seeking to expand their surgical and sports medicine expertise.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide sports-focused orthopedic care across a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions.
- Participate in orthopedic trauma and ER call coverage with the supervising physician.
- Assist in orthopedic surgical procedures and perioperative care.
- Provide sideline coverage for West Texas A&M University and local high school athletic programs.
- Perform patient evaluations, fracture care, casting, splinting, injections, and treatment planning.
WHY JOIN US?
- Comprehensive physician mentorship for new graduates
- Hands-on clinical and surgical training
- Elite sports medicine exposure including collegiate athletics
- Diverse orthopedic, sports, and trauma caseload
- Collaborative team culture and professional growth environment
- Competitive compensation and benefits discussed during the interview process