Instructor of Surgery - Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner (Plastic Surgery)

Baylor College of Medicine; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX is seeking an Instructor of Surgery to supervise and teach Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner trainees in Plastic Surgery. The role supports the supervising surgeon, evaluates patients, develops treatment plans, and manages postoperative follow-ups under physician supervision.

The incumbent provides surgical first assist duties, orders and interprets studies, performs therapeutic procedures, educates patients, and mentors PA/NP students while

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current licensure as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in the State of Texas.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as surgical first assist and support the supervising physician in plastic surgery cases.
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic studies relevant to perioperative care.
• Develop assessments and care plans in coordination with supervising faculty.
• Perform injections, immunizations, suturing, and wound care as appropriate.
• Educate patients on treatment plans and home care instructions.
• Maintain clinical records and document patient status in progress notes.
• Provide follow-up and health maintenance care per protocols.
• Provide guidance to PA/NP students on service rotation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program

Job description

Instructor of Surgery - Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner (Plastic Surgery)

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Job Description

Job Title: Instructor of Surgery - Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner (Plastic Surgery)

Division: Surgery

Work Arrangement: Location: Houston, TX

Salary Range: FLSA Status: Exempt Work Schedule:

Summary

The Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery is seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to provide care for Plastic Surgery patients under physician supervision. This role supports the supervising physician in evaluating patients, assessing clinical needs, developing treatment plans, and independently managing postoperative follow-up visits.

Job Duties

• Serve as a surgical first assist, demonstrating the manual dexterity required for effective surgical support. 10%


• Use surgical instruments and techniques, including scalpel, electrocautery, sterile technique, and adherence to operating room policies and procedures. 10%


• Obtain detailed patient histories and perform physical examinations for perioperative care of plastic surgery patients. 10%


• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic studies, including x-rays, electrocardiograms, laboratory tests, and other appropriate procedures. 5%


• Develop assessments and care plans, including ordering and interpreting appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic tests in coordination with the supervising faculty physician. 10%


• Perform therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing, and wound care. 10%


• Educate patients on prescribed treatment plans, home care instructions, and health maintenance. 10%


• Maintain required clinical records and document patient status, treatments, and procedures in progress notes. 10%


• Provide follow-up and health maintenance care consistent with physician-established protocols. 10%


• Provide guidance and support to PA and NP students assigned to the service. 10%


• Perform other duties as assigned. 5%

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.


• Current licensure as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in the State of Texas.


• No prior experience required.

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty, and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.