Physician Assistant- Ortho Sports

About Us

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

As a Physician Assistant in the Hospitalist Service, you will provide comprehensive care to patients in inpatient and outpatient settings, collaborating with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to deliver high‑quality medical care.

• 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.

• Assess the physical and mental condition of patients through comprehensive or problem‑focused examinations and medical histories.
• Order, collect, interpret, and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and healthcare needs.
• Prescribe, recommend, or employ medical drug therapies or other forms of therapeutic treatments and procedures, performing indicated procedures in accordance with approved policies.
• Formulate and implement comprehensive, outcomes‑based treatment plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, evaluating patient response and care effectiveness.
• Counsel patients and families regarding medical processes, disease management, medication, nutrition, and health promotion, including drug regimens and potential interactions.
• Maintain appropriate records detailing treatment plans, outcomes, and initiate timely consultation or referral when the problem exceeds scope.
• Provide consultation‑level services for conditions related to the provider’s specialty, level of experience, and training.
• Manage patients in healthcare settings beyond the primary clinic, such as inpatient, emergency, surgical, or procedural areas.
• Perform invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and competency as delegated by supervising physician.
• Conduct follow‑up with patients pre‑ and post‑operatively, round in hospital, or see patients in the Emergency Department.
• Participate in all phases of perioperative patient management, including out‑patient, inpatient, and operating room settings.
• May be required to perform patient care duties beyond the regular schedule based on departmental coverage needs.

• Knowledge of diagnostics, treatment alternatives, drug properties, interactions, and preventive health‑care measures.
• Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Critical thinking and complex problem‑solving abilities.
• Proficiency in computers and related software applications.
• Capability to develop and implement comprehensive, outcomes‑based treatment plans.
• Capability to counsel patients regarding medical, psychological, or psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification.
• Proficient in interpreting and evaluating laboratory and other diagnostic tests.
• Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in Texas.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire or transfer.
• Valid certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA).

• Monday‑Friday, day shift, 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
• Outpatient and inpatient responsibilities.
• No call or weekends.
• Approximately 18–22 patients per day.

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits.
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5%.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• PTO accrual starting Day 1.
• Note:
  
  Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level.

• Education:
  
  Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Experience:
  
  Less than 1 year of experience.
• Certification/licensing:
  Current Texas PA license and BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Entry level

Full‑time

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care