Pediatric General Surgery NP/PA — High-Impact Clinical Role

Baylor College of Medicine; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full benefits package

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine seeks a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant at CHRISTUS Children's in Houston, Texas. The role involves managing pediatric acute and general surgical conditions under supervision, providing advanced patient care, and participating in post-operative care. Candidates must have a Master's degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies, hold APRN recognition or certification, and have recent pediatric experience. A competitive salary and full benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing Studies or Physician Assistant Studies.
• APRN recognition by the Texas Board of Nursing or Advanced Physician Assistant certification.
• Demonstrated competence with at least 250 pediatric patient encounters in the past 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Manage pediatric acute and general surgical conditions.
• Assess, diagnose, and monitor pediatric patients.
• Provide post-operative care and wound management.

Skills

Patient assessment

Surgical instrumentation

Basic Life Support

Pediatric Advanced Life Support

Emergency response

Education

Master's degree in Nursing Studies or Physician Assistant Studies

Current certifications in Basic Life Support and Pediatric Advanced Life Support

Job description

Baylor College of Medicine seeks a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant at CHRISTUS Children's in Houston, Texas. The role involves managing pediatric acute and general surgical conditions under supervision, providing advanced patient care, and participating in post-operative care. Candidates must have a Master's degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies, hold APRN recognition or certification, and have recent pediatric experience. A competitive salary and full benefits are offered.