Physician Assistant- Gastro-Temple

Baylor Scott & White Health; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate eligibility for health benefits

401(k) with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%

Tuition reimbursement

PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Temple, Texas, is seeking a licensed Physician Assistant to provide patient care in various specialties including Palliative Care and Cardiology. You will assess and treat patients, prescribe therapies, and counsel families, ensuring high-quality health services.

Qualified candidates must hold a PA license in Texas, possess a BLS certification within 30 days of hire, and ideally have less than a year of experience. Join us in promoting health and well-being in our communities.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in Texas.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.
• Less than 1 year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Assesses physical and mental condition of patients through examinations.
• Orders and interprets laboratory diagnostic tests.
• Prescribes medical drug therapies and treatment plans.
• Counsels patients and families about medical processes.
• Maintains detailed records of patient treatment plans.
• Manages patients in multiple healthcare settings.

Skills

Knowledge of medical diagnosis and treatment

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Use of computer applications

Education

Graduate of an Accredited Program

Job description

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.

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 experience.

Schedule

Monday – Friday 8a‑5p

Outpatient

14 patients per day

Benefits

• 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 Physician Assistant Medical Specialty is a licensed, certified, non‑physician healthcare provider. They provide direct patient care and have prescriptive authority. They are credentialed, privileged, and billed as independent providers by Medicare and Medicaid. The Advanced Practice Provider offers medical care based on the supervising physician's scope of practice. These providers work in specialty clinics. They may specialize in Palliative Care, Pulmonary, Infectious Disease, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Cardiology, Dermatology, Urology, Nephrology, Neurology, Hematology, Oncology, Allergy and Immunology, Rheumatology, or other specialties.

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 or recommends medical drug therapies or other 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 comprehensive patient treatment plans based on assessments, evidence‑based medicine, and standards of care. Works 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.
• Manages patients in a healthcare setting(s) other than primary clinic setting (e.g., inpatient, emergency services, procedural, etc.).
• Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and proficiency of the provider as delegated by supervising Physician.
• May be required to perform patient care duties beyond regular schedule based on coverage needs of the department.

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 values, 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
• Basic Life Support (BLS) 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: 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.