Physician Assistant - Hospitalist - Nights

Baylor Scott & White Health; Pflugerville (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual starting Day 1

401(k) savings plan with match

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Pflugerville, TX is seeking a Physician Assistant specialized in hospital medicine for a nights-only 7on/7off schedule. You will perform rounds, manage admissions and discharges, and work under a supervising physician.

The role emphasizes patient care, evidence-based treatment planning, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. Strong clinical skills, a TX PA license, and NCCPA certification are required.

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.
• National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA) certification.

Responsibilities

• Rounding on inpatients and managing hospital admissions and discharges.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory tests to guide patient care.
• Prescribe or recommend therapies per approved protocols.
• Develop outcomes-based treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians.
• Counsel patients and families about medications, care plans, and follow-up.
• Maintain accurate documentation of treatment plans and outcomes.
• Provide on-call support and participate in rounds as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Graduate of an Accredited PA program

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Physician Assistant - Hospitalist - Nights only, 7on/7off schedule

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.

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 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 health care 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

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

Qualifications

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

Physician Assistants (PA)

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