Physician Assistant - Emergency Medicine

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) with match up to 5%

Tuition reimbursement

PTO accrual from Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health (BSWH) is seeking a Physician Assistant for Emergency Medicine to provide direct patient care in an inpatient setting. The role includes 11 shifts per month, 12 hours each, and coverage at Buda and Taylor locations.

The PA will be credentialed, privileged, and operate under the supervising physician's scope of practice, with prescriptive authority and NCCPA certification required. ACLS within 30 days and BLS are expected.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program
• EXPERIENCE - More than 1 Year of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in Texas; NCCPA certification; ACLS within 30 days of hire or transfer

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients' physical and mental condition and takes medical histories.
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests.
• Prescribes or recommends treatments following approved protocols.
• Forms and implements treatment plans with supervision as needed.
• Counsels patients and families on medical processes and medications.
• Maintains medical records and initiates timely referrals when needed.
• Provides consultation-level services within scope of practice.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Education

Graduate of Accredited Program

Job description

Physician Assistant - Emergency Medicine

Inpatient Only

11shifts/month at 12hrs

Will cover Buda and Taylor locations

About Us

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

Our Core Values are:

• 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 experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which 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

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The PA Emergency Medicine is a licensed, certified, non-physician healthcare provider. They render direct patient care and have prescriptive authority. They are credentialed, privileged, and billed as an independent provider by Medicare and Medicaid. The Advanced Practice Provider offers medical care based on the supervising physician's scope of practice. Emergency Medicine providers work in the Emergency Department and provide care during assigned shifts.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Assesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and medical histories.
• Orders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs.
• Prescribes, recommends, or uses medical drug therapies or related treatments. Performs procedures following approved protocols with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to change behavior linked to health risks.
• Formulates and implements patient treatment plans based on assessments and evidence-based medicine. Collaborates with physicians and team members when needed. Evaluates patient's response to care and its effectiveness.
• Counsels patients and families about medical processes, illness management, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with food supplements, over-the-counter medications, and herbal remedies.
• Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice or expertise.
• Provides consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Provider’s specialty and training.
• Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and expertise of the provider as delegated by supervising Physician.

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge of information and techniques is needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
• Knowledge of practices, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills
• Skill in the use of computers and related software applications
• Ability to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans
• Ability to counsel patients concerning medical and psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification
• Ability to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests
• Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the state of Texas
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer
• Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA)

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program
• EXPERIENCE - More than 1 Year of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -

Physician Assistants (PA)

ACLS: ACLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.

Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.