Physician Assistant

Shriners Children's•St. Louis, MO

3d•$92,375 - $146,557•Onsite

About The Position

Shriners Children’s St. Louis is hiring a full-time Physician Assistant for its pediatric orthopedic program. The position works alongside four pediatric orthopedic surgeons, two pediatricians, and eight Advanced Practice Providers, primarily serving as a surgical first assist for approximately 12 to 15 orthopedic procedures per week. The role offers exposure to pediatric spine, upper-extremity, lower-extremity, and orthopedic trauma cases, including conditions such as scoliosis, hip dysplasia, clubfoot, limb-length discrepancies, cerebral palsy-related orthopedic conditions, congenital hand differences, fractures, sports injuries, and gait abnormalities. In addition to surgical responsibilities, the Physician Assistant participates in inpatient care for an average daily census of three to five pediatric orthopedic patients. Duties include patient assessments, coordinating care plans, managing postoperative recovery, and conducting daily rounds independently and with attending surgeons. The position has no ICU responsibilities. The schedule is four 10-hour shifts per week, Monday through Thursday, starting at 6:30 a.m. There are no call requirements, nights, weekends, or holiday coverage. The annual salary range is $92,375.20 to $146,556.80; starting salary depends on relevant experience, qualifications, and internal departmental equity.

Requirements

Master of Physician Assistant Studies or equivalent degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
Current, unrestricted Physician Assistant license in the state of practice.
Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
Eligibility for an active DEA registration.
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS for HCP); Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) may be required depending on clinical assignment.
Credentialing and privileging by the medical staff in accordance with hospital bylaws.
Strong pediatric assessment and clinical decision-making skills.
Familiarity with pediatric specialty protocols and postoperative care.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with patients, families, and care teams.
Proficiency in EHR systems and clinical documentation.
Demonstrated commitment to patient safety, family-centered care, and trauma-informed practice.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of advanced practice clinical experience in a pediatric or pediatric specialty setting; recent graduates may be considered based on prior experience, training, and clinical exposure.
Experience with pediatric orthopedic, spinal, or craniofacial patient populations.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive, age-appropriate health assessments, histories, and physical examinations.
Formulate differential diagnoses and develop care plans with supervising physicians and the care team.
Manage care for pediatric orthopedic specialty populations.
Provide preoperative and postoperative evaluations and ongoing management in inpatient and ambulatory surgical environments.
Order and interpret diagnostic imaging, laboratory work, and other tests as permitted by licensure and protocol.
Perform routine procedures within the scope of licensure.
Prescribe medications and therapeutic interventions consistent with scope of practice and organizational policies.
Participate in multidisciplinary clinics and care conferences to support coordinated care.
Educate patients, caregivers, and staff on disease processes, treatment plans, and home-care strategies.
Document clinical findings, treatment plans, and patient responses in the electronic health record.
Support quality improvement, patient safety, and research initiatives as appropriate to the role.
Provide mentorship or precepting to clinical staff or trainees as assigned.
Maintain compliance with hospital, state, and federal regulations, including infection control and documentation standards.
Perform additional duties within the scope of licensure to support patient care and organizational goals.
Maintain professional licensure, certifications, and mandatory training in accordance with state and organizational requirements.
Allocate time according to assigned clinical, surgical, administrative, and academic expectations.
Serve primarily as a surgical first assist for pediatric orthopedic procedures.
Participate in inpatient management, including patient assessments, care coordination, postoperative recovery, and daily rounds.