Physician Assistant - Intensivist - Nights

Decker Jones, P.C.; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent not-for-profit healthcare organization in Texas is seeking a PA Intensivist Medicine to deliver primary care services in a critical care setting. This role involves extensive patient assessment, treatment planning, and collaborative medical care, with a commitment to patient outcomes in an overnight shift schedule. Competitive benefits include tuition reimbursement and a robust 401(k) plan.

Benefits

Immediate eligibility for health benefits

401(k) savings plan with match

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Qualifications

• Current Nurse Practitioner license in Texas required.
• ACLS and BLS certification must be attained within 30 days of hire.
• Less than 1 Year of Experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patient conditions and perform physical examinations.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests to assess health care needs.
• Formulates and implements patient treatment plans.

Skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Computer skills

Education

Graduate of an Accredited Program

Job description

Description

*JOB SUMMARY* The PA Intensivist 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. Intensivist Medicine providers work in an intensivist and critical care setting and manage patients by performing duties to include patient rounding, procedures, 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 knowledge 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 * Texas RN licensure or RN licensure with compact privilege from a state that is party to the Nurse Licensure Compact for RNs and LVNs & Texas APRN * Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of Texas * Certification from an accredited board as an APRN for the patient population of focus required. * Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer *Position Highlights:* * Nights Only * 7on/14off * 7p-7a * No Call *BENEFITS* Our competitive benefits package includes the following * 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 - Less than 1 Year of Experience * CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Physician Assistants (PA) ACLS (ACLS): Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer. Basic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.

As the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas and one of the largest in the United States, Baylor Scott & White Health was born from the 2013 combination of Baylor Health Care System and Scott & White Healthcare.Today, Baylor Scott & White includes 52 hospitals, more than 1,300 health system care sites, more than 7,200 active physicians, over 57,000 employees and the Baylor Scott & White Health Plan.

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Job Location

Net Salary per month

$4,772

Median Apartment Rent in City Center

(1-3 Bedroom)

$1,450-$2,200

$1,825

Safety Index

62 /100

62

Utilities

Basic

(Electricity, heating, cooling, water, garbage for 915 sq ft apartment)

$120-$400

$227

High-Speed Internet

$50-$80

$67

Transportation

Gasoline

(1 liter)

$0.79

Taxi Ride

$1.60

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