Physician Assistant - Orthopedic Hospitalist

Baylor Scott & White Health; Belton (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

PTO from day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Texas seeks a Physician Assistant – Hospitalist Ortho to work 7on/7off, 12‑hour shifts, Tue–Mon and inpatient only. The PA will handle hospital consults and admissions, rounding, treatment planning and on‑call support alongside a supervising physician.

Required: Texas PA license, NCCPA certification, BLS & ACLS within 30 days, and an accredited PA program graduate; experience is not mandatory but preferred. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current Texas PA license and NCCPA board certification.
• BLS and ACLS within 30 days of hire.
• Less than 1 year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Hospital consults and admissions for ortho inpatient care.
• Perform patient rounds, manage admissions and discharges.
• Prescribe medication and implement treatment plans per protocols.
• Provide on‑call support and collaborate with supervising physician.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Education

Accredited PA program

Tools

BLS

ACLS

NCCPA certification

Job description

Physician Assistant - Hospitalist Ortho

Schedule: 7on/7off 12hr shifts; Tuesday - Monday

Inpatient Only

Duties include but not limited to: Hospital consults and admissions

Job Summary

The PA Inpatient Medicine is a licensed, certified, non-physician healthcare provider who actively renders direct patient care and possesses delegated prescriptive authority, is credentialed and privileged, and whose service is billed as an independent billing provider, as recognized by Medicare and Medicaid within the healthcare systems, and in accordance with the appropriate board. The Advanced Practice Provider provides medical care based upon the scope of practice as delineated by the supervising physician. Inpatient Medicine providers typically work in a hospital setting and manage patients by performing duties to include patient rounding and hospital admissions and discharges.

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 and/or employs medical drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatments and procedures or performs indicated procedures in accordance with approved protocols/policies with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to modify behavior associated with health risks.

Formulates and implements comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans based on patient assessments, evidence-based medicine, standards of care, professional practice guidelines and in collaboration with physicians and other interdisciplinary team members when appropriate. Evaluates patient’s response to health care provided and the effectiveness of care.

Counsels patients and families regarding medical processes, management of the health illness/condition, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with other substances such as 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 and/or expertise.

Provides consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Provider’s specialty and training.

Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice (and competency of the provider) as delegated by supervising Physician.

May conduct hospital rounds, assist with admissions and discharges, and provide on‑call support.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

Knowledge of information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities to include symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health‑care measures

Knowledge of principles, 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

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer

Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA)

Benefits

• 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

Qualifications

• EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program
• EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience

• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
• Physician Assistants (PA)
• Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.