Orthopedic Oncology Physician Assistant ( Surgical )

Orthopedic Oncology Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgical Specialty (Operative)

The Orthopedic Oncology Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgical Specialty (Operative) is a licensed, certified healthcare provider who delivers specialized care to patients with musculoskeletal tumors and oncologic conditions. This role includes prescriptive authority and is credentialed and privileged as an independent provider recognized by Medicare and Medicaid.

This position focuses on the evaluation, surgical management, and longitudinal care of patients with benign and malignant bone and soft tissue tumors. The PA collaborates closely with orthopedic oncology surgeons and a multidisciplinary cancer care team, including medical oncology, radiation oncology, pathology, and radiology, to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care across the continuum.

Essential functions of the role include performing comprehensive and focused assessments of patients with suspected or confirmed musculoskeletal tumors, ordering and interpreting diagnostic studies, assisting in complex orthopedic oncology surgical procedures, performing procedures within scope of practice, developing and implementing individualized, evidence-based treatment plans, managing pre-operative and post-operative care, monitoring for complications, educating patients and families, coordinating care across multidisciplinary teams, maintaining accurate documentation, participating in tumor boards, providing call coverage and support inpatient or emergency consultations as needed.

Key success factors include knowledge of orthopedic oncology principles, understanding of musculoskeletal anatomy, oncologic treatment modalities, and reconstructive techniques, strong clinical assessment and diagnostic reasoning skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong interpersonal and team collaboration abilities, critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills, proficiency in electronic medical records and healthcare technology, ability to develop and implement comprehensive, patient-centered treatment plans, skill in interpreting advanced imaging and pathology reports.

Qualifications include a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program, current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the state of Texas, current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire or transfer. Preferred: Minimum of 2 years of experience in orthopedic surgery, oncology, surgical specialties, or related fields.