Physician Assistant - Orthopedic Hospitalist
Baylor Scott & White Health·Temple, Texas
Baylor Scott & White Health·Temple, Texas
The Physician Assistant will provide direct patient care in an inpatient setting, including hospital consults and admissions. Responsibilities include assessing patient conditions, ordering diagnostic tests, prescribing treatments, and collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.
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.
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.
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)
BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Physician Assistant program and hold a current license to practice in Texas. Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certifications are required within 30 days of hire.
Market context
Orthopedic hospitalist physician assistant roles in Texas are often competitive because hospitals need clinicians who can manage inpatient orthopedic care efficiently and work closely with surgeons and care teams. Candidates should confirm Texas licensure, graduation from an accredited PA program, and the ability to obtain BLS and ACLS within 30 days of hire. This platform’s job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, helping you review fit faster before applying.
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