Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant

Baylor Scott & White Health; Belton (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Physician Assistant for a surgical specialty operative role in Texas. The PA provides direct patient care, collaborates with surgeons and a multidisciplinary team, and supports perioperative management for adult and pediatric patients.

Responsibilities include independent patient evaluations, ordering/tests, forming treatment plans, and contributing to OR and inpatient coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• Education: Accredited PA program graduate.
• Certified by NCCPA.
• Licensed to practice in Texas.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive physical exams and histories.
• Orders and interprets labs/imaging.
• Develops and executes treatment plans with physician supervision.
• Performs postoperative follow-ups and perioperative care.
• Coordinates with OR teams when serving as first assist.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Clinical assessment

Education

Accredited PA program

NCCPA certification

Texas PA license

BLS within 30 days

Job description

• Excellent work-life balance in a supportive pediatric environment
• Predominantly outpatient clinic role with opportunity for OR first assist (up to 1 day/week)
• Work alongside a collaborative team of Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeons, PAs, and non-operative providers
• Strong clinical support with dedicated LVN or shared Pediatric MA
• See patients independently – evaluate fractures, review imaging, and manage care plans
• Integrated with a Children’s Hospital and multispecialty Orthopedics department
• Prefer 1 year of experience

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm schedule – no call, no weekends
• Excellent work-life balance in a supportive pediatric environment
• Patient volume: 12–24 patients/day depending on clinic site
• Predominantly outpatient clinic role with opportunity for OR first assist (up to 1 day/week)
• Work alongside a collaborative team of Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeons, PAs, and non-operative providers
• Strong clinical support with dedicated LVN or shared Pediatric MA
• See patients independently – evaluate fractures, review imaging, and manage care plans
• Integrated with a Children’s Hospital and multispecialty Orthopedics department
• Prefer 1 year of experience

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values Are

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The PA Surgical Specialty-Operative is a licensed, certified healthcare provider. They provide direct patient care and have prescriptive authority. They are credentialed, privileged, and billed as an independent provider by Medicare and Medicaid. The Advanced Practice Provider offers medical care based on the supervising physician's scope of practice. Surgical providers care for adult and pediatric patients. They specialize in General Surgery, Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, Otolaryngology, Cosmetic, Vascular, Trauma, Transplant, Urology, Plastics, or other surgical specialties.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Assesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and medical histories.
• Orders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs.
• Prescribes, recommends, or uses medical drug therapies or related treatments. Performs procedures following approved policies, focusing on efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to change behavior linked to health risks.
• Formulates and implements comprehensive patient treatment plans based on assessments, evidence-based medicine, and standards of care. Collaborates with physicians and team members when appropriate. Evaluates patient's response to health care and the effectiveness of care.
• Counsels patients and families about medical processes, illness management, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsels patients on drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with food supplements, over-the-counter medications, and herbal remedies.
• Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice or expertise.
• Provides consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Provider’s specialty, level of experience and training.
• Manages patients in a healthcare setting(s) other than primary clinic setting (e.g., inpatient, emergency services, surgical, procedural, etc.)
• Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and provider’s level of expertise as delegated by supervising Physician.
• Performs follow-ups with patients both pre- and post-operatively. May also round on patients in the hospital or see patients in the Emergency Department.
• Participates in all phases of perioperative patient management including outpatient, inpatient, and operating room settings.
• May be required to perform patient care duties beyond regular schedule based on coverage needs of the department.

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge of information and techniques is needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
• Knowledge of practices, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills
• Skill in the use of computers and related software applications
• Ability to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans
• Ability to counsel patients concerning medical and psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification
• Ability to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests
• Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the state of Texas
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer
• Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA)

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program
• EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -

Physician Assistants (PA)

Basic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.