Orthopedic Trauma APP (PA/NP) — Willing to Train | Level II Trauma Center, Beaumont TX

Join a high-performing orthopedic trauma team at a busy Level II Trauma Center in Beaumont, Texas—about an hour east of Houston. We seek an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to support orthopedic trauma surgeons in a high-acuity practice managing a wide range of injuries, from pelvic and acetabular fractures to common hand and pediatric fractures. The role offers a collaborative team environment, strong institutional support, and a predictable schedule with no after-hours call.

Position highlights

• Practice at a Level II Trauma Center with a high-volume orthopedic trauma service
• Clinical exposure to pelvis and acetabular trauma, general orthopedic trauma, hand injuries, and routine pediatric fractures
• APP coverage on-site daily from 7:00 AM–5:00 PM; 10-hour shifts
• Full-time schedule: 175 shifts per year
• No after-hours call; collaborative surgical and inpatient care environment

Core responsibilities

• Round with the on-call orthopedic trauma surgeon and participate in daily patient management
• Evaluate and manage new consults and inpatient orthopedic patients
• Assist in the operating room and support perioperative care
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams and other services

Compensation & benefits

• Annual base compensation: $140,000
• Additional shifts: $800 per shift
• Full benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), and annual CME stipend
• Medical malpractice insurance with tail coverage provided
• Reasonable travel expenses to Beaumont and lodging covered

Qualifications

• Licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• Orthopedic or surgical experience preferred; trauma experience strongly preferred
• Comfortable assisting in the OR and managing inpatient orthopedic cases
• Strong teamwork, communication, and clinical decision-making skills

About Beaumont
Beaumont combines a welcoming community feel with convenient access to Houston’s amenities, a lower cost of living, and proximity to the Gulf Coast. The area offers outdoor recreation, a growing healthcare community, and diverse dining—an excellent setting for professional growth and quality of life.