Physician Assistant- Heart Transplant

Annual Dialysis Conference

Temple, Northern (TX, KY)

Hybrid

USD 95,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with 5% match

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Physician Assistant for our medical specialty services in Texas. The PA provides direct patient care, has prescriptive authority, and works in inpatient/outpatient settings.

Candidates must graduate from an accredited PA program, hold a TX PA license, NCCPA certification, and BLS. Responsibilities include exams, orders/tests, treatment plans, and patient/family counseling, with potential invasive procedures as delegated.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

Assesses the physical and mental condition of patients via comprehensive or problem-focused exams and histories.
Orders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and diagnostic tests.
Prescribes or recommends medical therapies; performs procedures per protocols.
Develops comprehensive treatment plans and monitors patient response.
Counsels patients and families about medical processes, medications, nutrition, and health promotion.
Maintains records of treatment plans and outcomes; coordinates referrals as needed.

Skills

Patient assessment

Lab test interpretation

Prescribe medications

Patient counseling

Records management

Team collaboration

Invasive procedures

Education

Graduate of an Accredited PA program

Tools

EMR software

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.

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.

SCHEDULE-

Monday - Friday 8a-5p

Inpatient/Outpatient

6-10 patients per day

Must be Acute Care Certified

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 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.