Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) - Pediatric Orthopedics

150 Shriners Hospitals for Children; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Shriners Children’s Shreveport is seeking a Pediatric Orthopedic Advanced Practice Provider (PA or NP) for full-time, clinic-based care of pediatric patients. You will perform pre-, post-, and non-operative outpatient care for fractures, scoliosis, sports injuries, and neuromuscular conditions, with no nights, weekends, holidays, or on-call requirements.

Responsibilities include conducting comprehensive assessments, forming diagnoses with the team, ordering tests, and educating families.

Qualifications

• Active PA or NP license in the practice state
• NCCPA certification for PA or applicable NP board cert
• 2+ years of advanced practice experience in pediatrics preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct age-appropriate health assessments and exams
• Collaborate with physicians and care team on care plans
• Perform casting, splinting, and fracture care as prescribed
• Provide pre/post operative evaluations and outpatient management
• Document findings and patient responses in the EHR

Skills

Pediatric care

Clinical assessment

Fracture care

EHR proficiency

Education

Master of Physician Assistant Studies

MSN or DNP

Tools

EPIC EHR

Job description

Company Overview

Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families. With 20+ hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status. Please click here to learn more about our locations.

Job Description

Shriners Children’s Shreveport is seeking a skilled Pediatric Orthopedic Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our team on a full-time basis. This provider will manage pediatric orthopedic patients independently in an exclusively clinic-based setting, providing pre, post, and non-operative outpatient care for a wide range of conditions, including fractures, scoliosis, sports injuries, neuromuscular conditions, and developmental delays. Responsibilities include performing casting, splinting, and fracture care procedures, as well as collaborating closely with physicians, nurses, and support staff to ensure comprehensive patient care. This position offers a predictable outpatient schedule with no nights, weekends, holidays, or call responsibilities, supporting an exceptional work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive and age-appropriate health assessments, histories, and physical exams.
• Formulate differential diagnoses and develop care plans in coordination with supervising physicians and the care team.
• Manage care for pediatric orthopedic specialty populations.
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative evaluations and ongoing management in both inpatient and ambulatory surgical environments.
• Order and interpret diagnostic imaging, lab work, and other tests as permitted by licensure and protocol.
• Perform routine procedures within the scope of licensure.
• Prescribe medications and therapeutic interventions consistent with the scope of practice and Shriners Children’s policies.
• Participate in multidisciplinary clinics and care conferences to support coordinated, integrated care.
• Educate patients, caregivers, and staff on disease processes, treatment plans, and home care strategies.
• Document clinical findings, treatment plans, and patient responses using the electronic health record (EHR).
• Support quality improvement, patient safety, and research initiatives as appropriate to the role.
• Provide mentorship or precepting to clinical staff or trainees as assigned.
• Maintain compliance with hospital, state, and federal regulations, including infection control and documentation standards.
• Perform additional duties within the scope of licensure as assigned to support patient care and organizational goals.
• Maintain all professional licensure, certifications, and mandatory training in compliance with state and organizational requirements.
• Ensure time is allocated in accordance with assigned clinical, surgical, administrative, and academic expectations.

Required Qualifications

• If Physician Assistant Master of Physician Assistant Studies (or equivalent degree) from an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Current, unrestricted Physician Assistant license in the state of practice
• Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
• If Nurse Practitioner Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), or equivalent board certification in applicable specialty area, such as Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP-AC, CPNP-PC) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license in the state of practice
• Both 2+ years of advanced practice clinical experience in a pediatric or pediatric specialty setting preferred.
• Recent graduates will be considered based on previous experience, training and clinical exposure.
• Must possess eligibility for active DEA
• Must possess Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS for HCP).
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification may be required based on clinical assignment
• Credentialing and privileging by the medical staff in accordance with hospital bylaws
• Strong pediatric assessment and clinical decision-making skills.
• Familiarity with pediatric specialty protocols and post-surgical care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with patients, families, and care teams.
• Proficient in EHR systems and clinical documentation.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient safety, family-centered care, and trauma-informed practice.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with pediatric orthopedic, spinal, or craniofacial patient populations preferred.

Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.

Every day, we provide innovative, compassionate care and conduct leading research that enhances the quality of life for children and their families. We invite you to explore the many rewarding career paths at Shriners Children's, from clinical and non-clinical positions to education and research opportunities. We’re always looking for driven, compassionate professionals to join our team as nurses, physical therapists, medical assistants, administrative staff and much more.

No matter where you're located, you'll find openings at our Shriners Children’s facilities across the U.S., in Canada and Mexico and at our corporate headquarters in Tampa, Florida.

Eligible Shriners Children’s employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance, retirement matching and so much more!