Physician Assistant Primary Care

Baylor Scott & White Health; Belton (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

PTO day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health seeks a Physician Assistant for a Primary Care clinic in Belton, Texas. The provider delivers direct patient care across the lifespan with prescriptive authority and is credentialed under the supervising physician’s scope.

The role supports a team-based, outpatient setting focusing on acute and chronic care. The position features a Monday–Friday schedule, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM with flexible options and no inpatient rounding, along with a comprehensive benefits package and

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of APP experience preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• Graduate of an Accredited Program.
• Current Texas physician assistant license or eligible for licensure.

Responsibilities

• Assess physical and mental condition through exams and histories.
• Order and interpret labs and other tests.
• Prescribe medications and perform procedures within scope.
• Develop and implement patient treatment plans with the care team.
• Counsel patients and families on health, medications, and wellness.

Job description

Position Highlights

• Join an established Enhanced Care Team (ECT) model with strong interdisciplinary support
• Monday–Friday schedule, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Flexible scheduling options available
• Occasional extended hours and half-day Saturday coverage
• No hospital rounding or inpatient responsibilities

Clinical Practice

• Average patient volume of approximately 18 patients per day
• Care for patients across the lifespan in a primary care setting
• Mix of new patient visits, follow-ups, established patient care, and acute access appointments
• Opportunity to perform minor office procedures including:
  • Cryotherapy
  • Pap smears
  • Joint injections
  • Incision & drainage (I&D)
  • Additional minor procedures

Team & Support

• Dedicated CMA assigned to the provider
• Additional support from LVNs, RNs, and Patient Service Specialists
• Collaborative care environment with access to multiple support staff members
• Monthly physician collaboration and quality assurance with supervising physician

Training & Onboarding

• Structured onboarding and mentorship provided by the supervising physician, APP leadership, and clinic care team
• Outpatient Epic training provided

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of APP experience preferred
• BLS certification required
• Grad of an Accredited Program
• Less than 1 Year of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION

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.

Job Summary

The Physician Assistant (PA) Primary Care is a licensed, certified healthcare provider. They provide direct patient care and have prescriptive authority. They are credentialed, privileged, and billed as an independent provider by Medicare and Medicaid. The Advanced Practice Provider offers medical care based on the supervising physician's scope of practice. These providers typically provide care to patients in an internal medicine, family medicine, geriatric or pediatric clinic.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Assess the physical and mental condition of patients by performing comprehensive or problem-focused physical exams and obtaining medical histories.
• Orders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs.
• Prescribes, recommends, or uses medical drug therapies or other treatments. Performs procedures following approved protocols, focusing on efficacy, safety, and cost.
• Recommends interventions to modify behavior associated with health risks.
• Creates and carries out detailed patient treatment plans based on assessments, evidence-based medicine, and care standards. Collaborates with physicians and team members when needed.
• 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. Discusses interactions with substances like 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 or expertise.
• Provide consultation level services for conditions /problems related to the Provider’s specialty and training.
• Perform invasive procedures specific to scope of practice as delegated by supervising Physician.
• May provide care to patients in a team-based model. Focus on acute and chronic illness management and population health.

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge of information and techniques is needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes 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 within 30 days of hire or transfer.
• Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA).