Physician Assistant Orthopedic

Physician AssistantFull-Time

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Posted 4mo ago

Job Description

Minivasive Pain and Orthopedics is looking for a Physician Assistant Orthopedic to join the team!

The Physician Assistant Orthopedic is responsible for providing medical services to patients, inclusive of all functions necessary to provide medical care under the direction of the physician.

Functioning as a clinical provider, maintaining and promoting the health of the patient requiring acute care according to the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Texas.

The PA conducts physical examinations, diagnosis orthopedic conditions, orders and interprets diagnostic tests, assists in surgical and non-surgical procedures, and manages post-treatment care.

Essential Functions

  • Conducts complex and standardized patient care procedures, which require experience and specialized training that would otherwise be performed by a physician, but which do not constitute the practice of medicine.
  • Performs relevant patient assessments and physical examinations and provides appropriate treatment.
  • Coordinates, directs, and implements patient’s plan of care.
  • Performs minor surgical procedures as delegated by the supervising physician.
  • Manages pre-operative and post-operative patients in coordination with the faculty supervising physician.
  • Utilizes advanced assessment skills to anticipate complex patient problems specific to surgery while communicating information to supervising/attending physicians.
  • Orders, conducts, and interprets pertinent laboratory and diagnostic studies and procedures.
  • Makes medical recommendations and/or referrals.
  • Formulates, implements, and evaluates an outcome-based treatment plan.
  • Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient’s treatment plans and outcomes. Enters chart documentation for review and counter signature by the physician.
  • Facilitates patient education relating to medical processes, medication, nutrition, and health promotion or postsurgical care.
  • Collaborates with patients, families, other clinicians, and referral services to assist in the patient’s recovery.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Accountable for independent and ethical professional practice.
  • Knowledge of legal standards, patient confidentiality, and risk management.
  • Strong commitment to patient-centered care and teamwork.
  • Proficient in EHR systems and digital communication tools.
  • Skilled in assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and evaluation.
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  • Effective organizational and multitasking skills in a fast-paced setting.
  • Able to respond quickly and appropriately to changes in patient condition.
  • Adaptable to change and flexible in dynamic work environments.
  • Self-directed with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Maintains professionalism under pressure and in high-stress situations.
  • Maintains current licensure, certifications, and clinical knowledge.

Education and Experience

  • Master’s degree in physician assistant studies
  • Recognized by the Texas Medical Board as a Physician Assistant
  • Prescriptive authority privileges through the State of Texas
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certified
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certified

Benefits Offered

  • 3 Medical Plans
  • 2 Dental Plans
  • 1 Vision Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Basic and Voluntary Life with AD&D Plan
  • 401(k) with a 2-year vesting
  • PTO + Holidays

Please Visit Our Website for More Information

minivasivepain.com

Minivasive Pain and Orthopedics is an outpatient clinic network serving the greater local Houston, TX area. Our teams strive to deliver personalized and compassionate care to meet our patients' individualized needs. At MPO, we continue to seek talented individuals who are passionate about making a difference and developing their clinical skillset. Come join our team at Minivasive Pain and Orthopedics and unlock your potential for excellence.

Compensation to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Employment for this position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

Key Responsibilities

The Physician Assistant provides comprehensive orthopedic medical services, including physical examinations, diagnosis, and the management of pre- and post-operative care. They perform minor surgical procedures and coordinate patient treatment plans under the direction of a supervising physician.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in physician assistant studies and be recognized by the Texas Medical Board with prescriptive authority. Required certifications include Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Orthopedic DiagnosisSurgical AssistancePatient AssessmentEHR ProficiencyClinical Documentation

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician Assistant Orthopedic at Minivasive Pain & Orthopedics a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Orthopedic Surgery (PA) — ranked against 315 active Orthopedic Surgery (PA) listings on WeekdayDoc.

Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Assistant Career Context

Of the 50 active Orthopedic Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 74% have no call, 66% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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Annual compensation range

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401k / retirement match
79% this job
Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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Relocation assistance
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 6.6
Better work-life than 80% of Orthopedic Surgery (PA) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 315 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Minivasive Pain & Orthopedics

Medical Practices
Spring, Texas
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

3 Medical Plans
2 Dental Plans
1 Vision Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Basic and Voluntary Life with AD&D Plan
401(k) with 2-year vesting
PTO + Holidays

Living in Houston

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$245k
Typical market rent
$1,542/mo
Residents’ average commute
27 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.