Physician Assistant- Palliative Care -Marble Falls

Baylor Scott & White Health; Horseshoe Bay (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) savings plan with matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off from Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner in Horseshoe Bay, Texas. The role encompasses comprehensive patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. Responsibilities include managing a caseload in a full-service hospital.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, Texas RN licensure, and the ability to develop effective patient treatment plans. Benefits include health coverage, 401(k) matching, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Current Texas RN licensure or RN licensure with compact privilege.
• Less than 1 year of experience preferred.
• Certification from an accredited board as an APRN required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments.
• Order and evaluate diagnostic tests.
• Prescribe treatments and manage patient care.

Skills

Knowledge of patient diagnosis and treatment

Verbal and written communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Computer skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited program

Tools

Basic Life Support certification

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.

Job Summary

Position at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Marble Falls. The role involves comprehensive patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, patient counseling, and coordination with interdisciplinary teams within a full‑service 46‑bed hospital with Level IV Trauma designation.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Assess the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem‑focused physical examinations and medical histories.
• Order, collect, interpret, and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs.
• Prescribe, recommend, and/or employ medical drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatments and procedures or perform indicated procedures in accordance with approved protocols/policies with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommend interventions to modify behavior associated with health risks.
• Formulate and implement 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. Evaluate patient’s response to health care provided and the effectiveness of care.
• Counsel patients and families regarding medical processes, management of the health illness/condition, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsel patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with other substances such as food supplements, over‑the‑counter medications and herbal remedies.
• Maintain appropriate records detailing the patient’s treatment plans and outcomes. Initiate timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice and/or expertise.
• Provide consultation‑level services for conditions/problems related to the provider’s specialty and training.
• Manage patients in a healthcare setting(s) other than primary clinic setting (e.g., inpatient, emergency services, procedural, etc.).
• Perform invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and competency 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 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.
• 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.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.
• Certification from an accredited board as an APRN for the patient population of focus required.

Schedule

Monday‑Friday 8 a‑5 p
Inpatient only
3‑8 patients per day

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits.
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5 %.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off accrual beginning Day 1.

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Qualifications

• Education – Graduate of an accredited program.
• Experience – Less than 1 year of experience.
• Certification/license/registration – Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire or transfer.
• Physician Assistants (PA): Must have a PA license through the state of TX.