Job Summary: 

Job Opportunity: Temporary Part-Time Physician Assistant (Surgical First Assist) - 1-2 Days Per Week, Wednesday and Friday

We are seeking a temporary part-time Physician Assistant to assist with shoulder and elbow surgeries as a Surgical First Assist for an Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in Shoulder and Elbow surgery and reconstruction. This role offers a work schedule of 1-2 days per week, on Wednesdays and most Fridays, for the duration of each surgical day. This is a temporary position for three months starting July 1, 2026, to fill the position of a permanent employee on leave.

Key Responsibilities:

• Positioning of patients for surgery


• Surgical draping and sterile technique


• Primary surgical assistance


• Wound closure


• Application of splints or slings


• Post-operative documentation and orders

Work Environment:

• All surgeries will take place at surgical facilities on the Presbyterian Dallas campus.


• Operative hours will vary based on the scheduled cases for the day but can be flexible. The surgeon is committed to providing a work-life balance for the right candidate. Hours may be adjusted to accommodate out of work personal obligations.


• There may be an opportunity for additional clinical days in the future.

Compensation:

• We offer a compensation structure that pays an hourly rate.

This position is ideal for candidates seeking a limited schedule that supports both professional and personal priorities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The essential duties of the position include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Key Functions:

• Patient positioning, surgical draping, primary surgical assist, wound closure, post-operative documentation, and orders


• Provides excellent customer service to patients by listening and appropriately serving patients.


• Contributes to an overall positive work atmosphere through actions and attitude.


• Relays relevant information to the appropriate internal staff.  


• Counsel and educate patients


• Reports abnormal observations of patient condition or problems voiced by the patient immediately to physician/physician assistant.


• Relays instructions to patients or family members as directed by the physician/physician assistant.


• Complies with HIPAA procedures.


• All employees have a responsibility to comply with our organization’s policies and procedures, code of conduct. 

Supervisory Responsibilities: None