PA Surgical Specialist (Non‑Operative)

Baylor Scott & White Health; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Physician Assistant in Texas to provide non-operative surgical specialty support. The role involves direct patient care, prescription authority within scope, and collaboration with supervising physicians across multiple specialties.

Responsibilities include performing exams, ordering tests, developing treatment plans, and counseling patients. Strong communication, critical thinking, and teamwork are essential, with experience preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Certified by NCCPA and licensed to practice in Texas.
• BLS within 30 days of hire.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Less than 1 year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and obtain medical histories.
• Order, collect, interpret, and evaluate laboratory tests and imaging as needed.
• Prescribe medications and treatments within scope and supervise procedures.
• Formulate and implement patient treatment plans with physicians and team.
• Counsel patients and families about medical processes, medications, and health promotion.
• Maintain accurate records of treatment plans and outcomes; initiate referrals when needed.
• Provide consultation level services relevant to the provider's specialty and training.
• Manage patients in inpatient, ED, or other healthcare settings as required.
• Perform invasive procedures within scope as delegated by supervising physician.
• Provide pre- and post-operative follow-up care as needed.

Skills

Physician Assistant license

NCCPA certification

BLS certification

Clinical communication

Critical thinking

Electronic medical records

Education

Graduate of an accredited PA program

Job description

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Physician Assistant in Texas to provide non-operative surgical specialty support. The role involves direct patient care, prescription authority within scope, and collaboration with supervising physicians across multiple specialties.

Responsibilities include performing exams, ordering tests, developing treatment plans, and counseling patients. Strong communication, critical thinking, and teamwork are essential, with experience preferred but not required.