Neurology Physician Assistant Inpatient Medicine

Baylor Scott & White Health; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate health and welfare benefits

401(k) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Dallas, TX seeks a Physician Assistant for inpatient neurology and outpatient stroke clinic. This shift-based role includes 80% inpatient coverage and 20% outpatient stroke care, collaborating with a 10-physician neurology team and 6 advanced practice providers.

You will perform exams, develop evidence-based plans, and educate patients while maintaining regulatory standards and patient safety in a busy academic environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• 1 year or more of experience as a Physician Assistant preferred.
• Experience in neurology or related specialties preferred.
• Current Texas Physician Assistant license or ability to obtain prior to start.
• NCCPA Certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients admitted to the inpatient neurology and stroke services.
• Perform comprehensive history and physical examinations.
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans in collaboration with supervising neurologists.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory studies, diagnostic imaging, and neurological testing.
• Monitor patient progress throughout hospitalization and adjust treatment plans as appropriate.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and collaborate closely with physicians, nursing, rehabilitation services, pharmacy, and case management.
• Provide stroke follow-up care and secondary stroke prevention management in the outpatient Stroke Clinic.
• Educate patients and families regarding neurologic conditions, medications, lifestyle modifications, and treatment plans.
• Document patient encounters accurately and timely in the electronic medical record.
• Coordinate consultations and referrals when appropriate.
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory, quality, and patient safety standards.

Skills

Neurology

Inpatient medicine

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program

Job description

Physician Assistant – Neurology (Inpatient & Stroke Clinic)

Dallas, Texas

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health, we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott & White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experiences.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. Benefits may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Job Summary

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Physician Assistant to join our growing Neurology team in Dallas. This is a shift-based position that provides care across both the inpatient neurology service and outpatient stroke clinic. This role offers a unique opportunity to practice in a collaborative academic environment caring for patients with acute neurologic conditions while also participating in longitudinal stroke follow-up care. Approximately 80% of the position is dedicated to inpatient neurology, including both the general neurology and stroke services, with the remaining 20% spent in the outpatient Stroke Clinic. The selected provider will work alongside a highly specialized multidisciplinary team consisting of 10 Neurologists, 6 Advanced Practice Providers, and 1 supervising physician, delivering evidence-based neurological care across the continuum.

Position Highlights

• Shift-based schedule with 192 shifts annually
• 10-hour day shifts (8:00 AM – 6:00 PM)
• No call responsibilities
• Some weekend coverage required
• Collaborative, team-oriented practice
• Opportunity to care for a broad range of neurologic disorders in both acute and outpatient settings

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients admitted to the inpatient neurology and stroke services.
• Perform comprehensive history and physical examinations.
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans in collaboration with supervising neurologists.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory studies, diagnostic imaging, and neurological testing.
• Monitor patient progress throughout hospitalization and adjust treatment plans as appropriate.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and collaborate closely with physicians, nursing, rehabilitation services, pharmacy, and case management.
• Provide stroke follow-up care and secondary stroke prevention management in the outpatient Stroke Clinic.
• Educate patients and families regarding neurologic conditions, medications, lifestyle modifications, and treatment plans.
• Document patient encounters accurately and timely in the electronic medical record.
• Coordinate consultations and referrals when appropriate.
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory, quality, and patient safety standards.

Key Success Factors

• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
• Ability to manage complex neurological and stroke patients in an inpatient setting
• Excellent critical thinking and clinical decision-making abilities
• Effective communication and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and healthcare technology

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.

Experience 1 or more year as a Physician Assistant preferred

• Experience in one or more of the following specialties:
  • Neurology
  • Neurosurgery
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) with neurologic focus

Previous neurology experience is preferred but not required. Providers with strong inpatient medicine experience and an interest in neurology are encouraged to apply.

Certifications & Licensure

Required

• Current Texas Physician Assistant license (or ability to obtain prior to start)
• NCCPA Certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire or transfer

Why Baylor Scott & White?

Join one of Texas' premier neuroscience programs and become part of a collaborative team dedicated to advancing neurological care through innovation, teamwork, and exceptional patient outcomes. This role offers a balanced combination of inpatient acute neurology and outpatient stroke management, allowing providers to build expertise across the full continuum of neurologic care while maintaining an excellent work-life balance through a predictable shift-based schedule.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program
• EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION

• Basic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire or transfer.
• Physician Assistants (PA): Must have a PA license through the state of TX.