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Physician Assistant in Fort Worth
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What they do
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
Job Ref:
3167428481Employer:
Network Company Name:
Texas Back Institute Industry:
Healthcare otherJob Type:
Full Time State:
Texas City:
Fort Worth Zip Code:
76102Post Date:
09/05/2026 Job Description Job Description New Grads Welcome!JOB SUMMARY
A physician assistant (PA) provides health care services to patients under the direction and responsible supervision of a physician. PAs are academically and clinically trained to perform many of the routine but time-consuming tasks that physicians usually do and are accountable for their own actions as well as being accountable to their supervising physicians. Typically, this position spends 3 days in clinic and 2 days in OR per week.Opportunities at multiple locations:
Alliance Fort WorthESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Examines patient, takes medical history, records results, and makes preliminary diagnosis or decides on follow-up procedures. Administers or orders diagnostic tests such as X-rays, electrocardiograms, and blood work, and interprets test results. Identify short-term and long-term patient care issues to be addressed and provide information and recommendations and implement physician directives. Performs therapeutic procedures, such as immunizations, injections, suturing and wound care, and managing infection. Develops and implements patient care plans, instructs and counsels patients, and records progress. Prescribes medications to the extent allowable by state guidelines and clinic regulations. Triage patient calls and provides consultation. Accurately and timely reporting of all treatment and patient information into EHR. Provides patient education related to condition and treatment plan. Assists physician, as required, for emergency treatment and more complex procedures. May round with physician or independently and participates in call rotation as required by supervising physicians. Provides monitoring and continuity of care between physician visits. Maintains patient confidentiality and adheres to HIPAA regulations. Additional responsibilities as assigned by supervising physician or company leadership. Competencies Knowledge of organizational and medical policies, regulations and procedures. Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe medical environment. Skill in developing and maintaining records, writing reports, and responding to correspondence. Skill in developing and maintaining medical quality assurance and quality control standards. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the general public. Ability to react calmly, objectively and effectively in emergency situations. Ability to communicate clearly with patients, staff and clients. Good telephone manners and etiquette. Strong organizational skills and orientation to detail. Displays a positive attitude and optimism about the organization and work to be done. Minimum Requirements Completion of a four-year accredited physician assistant baccalaureate program and a year of clinical training, or State accreditation based on certifying exam. Continued employment requires 100 hours of continuing medical education every two years and passing a recertification examination every 6 years. Experience in orthopedic field preferred. Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk. Employee is frequently required to use hands, fingers to handle or feel, as well as sit and work on a computer. Balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, pushing and pulling are also possible physical activities that may be required when assisting with patient care. Ability to handle Light work is required (exerting up to 20 pounds). TBI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, age or any other characteristic protected by law. Company Description Texas Back Institute (TBI) is a physician-owned practice founded in 1977. We are one of the largest freestanding multidisciplinary academic spine centers in the world dedicated to providing superior and innovative care for patients who suffer from back and neck pain. Company Description Texas Back Institute (TBI) is a physician-owned practice founded in 1977. We are one of the largest freestanding multidisciplinary academic spine centers in the world dedicated to providing superior and innovative care for patients who suffer from back and neck pain.Benefits
- Dental Insurance