Instructor - Physician Assistant

Women In Science; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Radiology Physician Assistant at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX provides clinical and procedural support to Interventional Radiologists, assisting with interventional radiology procedures, patient evaluations, and pre- and post-procedural management under supervising physicians.

You will coordinate care, document thoroughly, perform orders and assessments, and participate in treatment planning and discharge instructions while adhering to clinical protocols.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies required; Bachelor's degree accepted depending on terminal degree requirements at time of graduation.
• Current license as a Physician Assistant by the State of Texas Physician Assistant Board; BLS certification; specialty certification as required by department.

Responsibilities

• Assists physicians in Interventional Radiology procedures and clinical evaluations.
• Obtains detailed patient histories and performs physical examinations.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic studies including X-rays, ECGs, labs, and other tests.
• Provides pre-operative counseling and gathers informed consent for interventional radiology procedures.
• Maintains accurate documentation of histories, examinations, progress notes, treatments and procedures.
• Develops treatment plans and prognosis in collaboration with supervising physicians.
• Provides post-operative wound care and counseling and discharges instructions.
• Performs follow-up evaluations and ongoing patient care per physician protocols.

Education

Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant Studies accepted

Job description

Baylor College of Medicine

Houston, TX

Job Summary

The Radiology Physician Assistant provides clinical and procedural support to Interventional Radiologists in the evaluation and treatment of patients. The position involves assisting with interventional radiology procedures, performing clinical assessments, coordinating patient care, and providing pre- and post-procedural management under the supervision of staff physicians. The Physician Assistant works collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality patient care and ensure adherence to clinical protocols.

Job Duties

• Assists physicians in Interventional Radiology procedures and clinical evaluations.
• Obtains detailed patient histories and performs physical examinations.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic studies including X-rays, electrocardiograms, laboratory tests, and other diagnostic procedures.
• Administers therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing, and wound care.
• Provides pre-operative counseling and gathers informed consent for interventional radiology procedures.
• Records pre-operative, operative, and post-operative notes and orders.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation including patient histories, physical findings, progress notes, treatments, and procedures.
• Develops treatment plans and prognosis in collaboration with supervising physicians.
• Provides written discharge instructions and educates patients on therapeutic regimens, home care, and health maintenance.
• Performs follow-up evaluations and ongoing patient care in accordance with physician-established protocols.
• Performs procedures including abscess incision and drainage and wound closure.
• Provides post-operative wound care and counseling.
• Discusses patient cases with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care plans.
• Prescribes or recommends medications and other treatments such as physical therapy, consistent with scope of practice and institutional protocols.
• Refers patients to physicians or specialized healthcare resources when appropriate.
• Provides general medical care and treatment under the direction of Interventional Radiologists.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned by staff Interventional Radiologists.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education Required: Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies. NOTE: Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant Studies accepted based on terminal degree requirements at time of graduation.
• Experience Required: None required.
• Certification/Licenses/Registration: Current license as a Physician Assistant by the State of Texas Physician Assistant Board. Specialty certification as required by department. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

Preferred Qualifications

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.

• Diversity, respect, and inclusiveness create an environment that is conducive to academic excellence, and strengthens our institution by increasing talent, encouraging creativity, and ensuring a broader perspective.
• Diversity helps position Baylor to reduce disparities in health and healthcare access and to better address the needs of the community we serve.
• Baylor is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding students, trainees, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds by providing a welcoming, supportive learning environment for all members of the Baylor community.

Contact Information

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Employer Location: Baylor College of Medicine

Houston, TX

United States