NP, Nurse Practitioner/PA, Physician Assistant - Orthopedic Surgery

CHRISTUS Health; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Malpractice Coverage

PTO

CME Allowance

403(b) retirement plan with employer 1

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Texarkana, TX is recruiting a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join the Orthopedic Surgery team. The role blends inpatient rounds, outpatient clinic duties, and first-assist responsibilities in the OR.

This position requires flexibility to work weekends and extended hours to support patient care and surgical schedules.

Qualifications

• Active Texas NP or PA license.
• National certification in NP or PA.
• Orthopedic surgery experience preferred.
• Experience with first-assist duties in the OR.
• Ability to work independently with strong clinical assessment.
• Willingness to work weekends and extended hours.

Responsibilities

• First assist in the operating room for orthopedic procedures.
• Inpatient rounding, consultations, and post-operative follow-up.
• Outpatient clinic visits, initial evaluations, and follow-ups.
• Order, interpret, and manage imaging and laboratory tests.
• Perform in-office procedures such as joint injections, splinting, or casting.
• Collaborate with surgeons, nursing, therapy, and care coordinators.
• Educate patients and families on plan, expectations, and rehab.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner

Physician Assistant

Orthopedic surgery experience

First assist duties

Independent clinical assessment

Weekend availability

Education

Texas NP/PA license

AANP Certification

ANCC Certification

NCCPA Certification

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Orthopedic Surgery team in Texarkana, TX. This role offers a balanced mix of inpatient care, outpatient clinic responsibilities, and first assist duties in the operating room. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing pre- and post-operative care, seeing patients independently in clinic, and supporting the surgical team in the OR.

This position requires flexibility to work weekends and extended hours as needed to support patient care and surgical schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• First assist in the operating room for a variety of orthopedic surgical procedures

• Provide inpatient rounding, consultations, and post-operative follow-up care

• Conduct outpatient clinic visits, including initial evaluations and follow-up appointments

• Order, interpret, and manage diagnostic imaging and laboratory tests

• Perform in-office orthopedic procedures such as joint injections, splinting, or casting as appropriate

• Collaborate closely with orthopedic surgeons, nursing staff, therapy teams, and care coordinators

• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, post-operative expectations, and rehabilitation goals

Qualifications

• Current Texas license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

• National certification (AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA)

• Previous orthopedic surgery experience preferred

• Experience or comfort with first assist duties and managing musculoskeletal patient populations

• Strong clinical assessment skills and ability to work independently

• Willingness to work weekends and extended hours as needed

Schedule & Compensation

• Full-time schedule with variable hours based on patient and surgical needs

• Competitive salary, based on experience

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, malpractice coverage, PTO, CME allowance, and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match

Why Texarkana?

Texarkana offers a friendly and vibrant community with affordable living, strong schools, and convenient access to outdoor activities. It provides the perfect blend of small-city comfort and proximity to larger metro areas.