Physician Assistant - Hospitalist - Nights

Baylor Scott & White Health

Killeen (TX)

On-site

USD 95,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

PTO starting Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Texas seeks a Physician Assistant for Inpatient Medicine to provide direct patient care in a hospital setting with delegated prescriptive authority. The role emphasizes rounds, admissions, discharges, and collaboration with a supervising physician.

The position requires a TX PA license and NCCPA certification, BLS/ACLS, and 2+ years in IP/ICU/ER settings is preferred. It is a night shift with autonomous practice and hospital-based duties.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited PA program.
Less than 1 year of clinical experience.
Texas PA license and NCCPA certification required.
Current BLS and ACLS certifications within 30 days.

Responsibilities

Perform physical examinations and obtain medical histories.
Order, collect, and interpret labs and tests.
Prescribe and manage medications per approved protocols.
Develop outcomes-based treatment plans with physicians.
Counsel patients and families on care and medications.
Maintain accurate records and coordinate referrals.
Provide consultation for related conditions.
Perform invasive procedures within scope.
Conduct hospital rounds and assist with admissions/discharges.

Skills

Patient assessment

Laboratory interpretation

Prescribing medications

Care planning

Counseling patients

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Record keeping

Invasive procedures

Hospital rounds

Education

Graduate of accredited PA program

Less than 1 year of experience

Tools

BLS certification

ACLS certification

NCCPA certification

Job description

Job Summary

The PA Inpatient Medicine is a licensed, certified, non‑physician healthcare provider who effectively renders direct patient care and possesses delegated prescriptive authority, is credentialed and privileged, and whose service is billed as an independent billing provider, as recognized by Medicare and Medicaid within the healthcare systems, and in accordance with the appropriate board. The Advanced Practice Provider provides medical care based upon 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 to include patient rounding and hospital admissions and discharges.

Position Highlights

Schedule: Nights Only
7 on/14 off
Autonomous work
2+ years experience preferred in IP, ICU, CC, ER/EM, and/or Pulmonary

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 proficiency 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 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
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

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