Physician Assistant - OR - Pediatric Ortho

Job Title: Physician Assistant – Pediatric Orthopedics (OR Support)
Location: Temple, TX
Facility: Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Temple & McLane Children’s Medical Center
Schedule: Full-Time | Clinic-Based with Occasional First Assist

Position Overview:
Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) to join our growing Pediatric Orthopedic team in Temple, Texas. This APP will play a key role in supporting a new pediatric orthopedic surgeon starting in September 2025, helping provide high-quality orthopedic care to children in a collaborative, multispecialty environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and treat an average of 18 pediatric patients per day in the clinic
• Provide first assist support in the operating room as needed (minimal)
• Collaborate with an experienced team that includes 2 pediatric surgeons, non-operative sports medicine providers, and a clinic nurse specialist
• Participate in care planning and follow-up for surgical and non-surgical patients
• Use clinical judgment and teamwork to deliver compassionate, child-friendly care

Qualifications:

• Licensed Physician Assistant in the state of Texas (or ability to obtain)
• New graduates welcome to apply; pediatric or orthopedic experience preferred
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Passion for working with children and a commitment to family-centered care
• Demonstrated ability to adapt, think critically, and work as part of a team

Why Join Us?
At Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Temple, you'll be part of a nationally ranked academic medical center with a commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and patient care. Our McLane Children’s Medical Center offers specialized, full-spectrum care with advanced facilities and a supportive environment for both new and seasoned providers.

About the Facilities:

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Temple

• 640-bed multi-specialty teaching hospital
• Level I Trauma Center
• Ranked Top 5 Teaching Hospitals in the U.S. (Thomson Reuters, 2022)
• 31 accredited residency and fellowship programs

Baylor Scott & White McLane Children’s Medical Center

• 64-bed full-service pediatric hospital
• Level II Pediatric Trauma Center & 24-hour pediatric ED
• Pediatric ICU and advanced imaging center
• Pediatric residency training site

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.

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.