Physician Assistant - Hospitalist - Nights

Baylor Scott & White Health; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate eligibility for health benefits

401(k) savings plan with match

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Bryan, Texas, is seeking a Physician Assistant for Inpatient Medicine. The role involves direct patient care in a hospital setting, managing admissions and performing assessments, along with making treatment plans and counseling patients.

Candidates should have graduated from an accredited program and hold a current Texas PA license. The position offers immediate health benefits, a 401(k) savings plan, and PTO accrual starting from Day 1.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in Texas.
• BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.
• ACLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.

Responsibilities

• Assesses the physical and mental condition of patients.
• Orders and evaluates laboratory and diagnostic tests.
• Formulates comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans.
• Counsels patients and families regarding health issues.
• Provides consultation level services specific to specialty.

Skills

Knowledge of diagnosis and treatment

Verbal and written communication skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited program

Job description

Schedule: 7 on / 14 off

Nights only: 7:00 pm – 7:00 am

Closed ICU – Rapid response and codes, 1–3 admissions per shift, and consults

1 Nocturnist

IP census: 90-100

1–2 years experience preferred

Job Summary

The PA Inpatient Medicine is a licensed, certified, non‑physician healthcare provider who actively renders direct patient care and possesses delegated prescriptive authority. The provider is credentialed and privileged, is billed as an independent billing provider under Medicare and Medicaid, and provides care in accordance with the appropriate board. The Advanced Practice Provider delivers medical care within the scope of practice as delineated by the supervising physician. Inpatient Medicine providers typically work in a hospital setting and manage patients by performing duties including patient rounding, hospital admissions and discharges.

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 healthcare needs.
• Prescribes, recommends, and/or employs medical drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatments and procedures or performs indicated procedures in accordance with approved protocols/policies with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to modify behavior associated with health risks.
• Formulates and implements comprehensive outcomes‑based patient treatment plans based on patient assessments, evidence‑based medicine, standards of care, professional practice guidelines and in collaboration with physicians and other interdisciplinary team members when appropriate. Evaluates patient’s response to healthcare provided and the effectiveness of care.
• Counsels patients and families regarding medical processes, management of the health illness/condition, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with other substances such as 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 and/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 competency of the provider) as delegated by supervising Physician.
• May conduct hospital rounds, assist with admissions and discharges, and provide on‑call support.

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge of information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities to include symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health‑care measures.
• Knowledge of principles, 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.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.
• Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA).

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.

Qualifications

• Education – Graduate of an accredited program.
• Experience – More than 1 year of experience.
• Certification/license/registration – Physician Assistant (PA).
• Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.