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Posted 20 July, 2026

Orthopedic Surgical First Assist PA

Bone DRs Orthopedic Care
Austin, TX, US Full Time

Job Description

Job description:

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Surgical & First Assist Physician Assistant (Ortho)

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Location: [Austin and San Marcos, Texas] | Practice: BONE DRs Orthopedic Care- A premier private orthopedic group.

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Join a high-performance surgical team dedicated to orthopedic excellence.

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BONE DRs Orthopedic Care is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Physician Assistant (PA-C) with a strong focus on Surgical First Assisting. This role is designed for a PA who thrives in the operating room and seeks a collaborative, fast-paced environment working alongside fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons.

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I. The Role: Surgery, Clinic, and Continuum of Care Primary Responsibilities:

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  • Surgical First Assist: Serve as the primary first assist in a high-volume surgical environment, focusing on total joint arthroplasty (hips, knees, shoulders) and advanced sports medicine procedures.
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  • Clinical Excellence: Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, order and interpret diagnostic tests (X-ray, MRI, Labs), and formulate evidence-based treatment plans in the outpatient clinic.
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  • Perioperative Management: Manage the continuum of care, including pre-operative medical optimizations and post-operative follow-up care.
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  • Procedures: Perform joint aspirations, injections (ultrasound-guided preferred), and minor office-based procedures.
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  • Collaborative Practice: Work in a "team-lead" capacity with our surgeons, physical therapists, and care coordinators to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
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II. Qualifications & RequirementsRequired:

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  • Graduate of an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program.
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  • Current NCCPA Certification (PA-C).
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  • Active, unrestricted Texas Physician Assistant license (or eligibility to obtain).
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  • Surgical Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years of surgical first-assist experience, specifically in orthopedics.
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  • Current BLS/ACLS certification.
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III. Why Join BONE DRs Orthopedic Care?

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  • Surgical Volume: Exposure to a diverse and high-volume caseload with state-of-the-art technology.
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  • Autonomy & Support: Enjoy clinical autonomy within a supportive, physician-led private practice model.
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  • Professional Growth: Opportunity to assist in complex revisions and innovative sports medicine techniques.
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  • Competitive Compensation: High-tier base salary plus performance-based incentives.
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  • Premier Benefits: Comprehensive medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with match, generous PTO, and a dedicated CME allowance + paid days for conferences.
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Job Type: Full-time

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Benefits:

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  • 401(k)
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  • 401(k) matching
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  • Dental insurance
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  • Flexible spending account
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  • Health insurance
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  • Health savings account
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  • Life insurance
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  • Paid time off
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  • Vision insurance
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Work Location: In person