Physician Assistant - Surgical Cardiology First Assist - PRN

Baylor Scott & White Health; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Physician Assistant for Surgical Cardiology. This role involves providing direct patient care, collaborating with healthcare teams, and ensuring quality service delivery in a specialized clinic setting. The successful candidate will possess required qualifications and play a critical role in patient care.

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

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in Texas.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.
• More than 1 Year of Experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patient conditions through examinations and medical histories.
• Orders and evaluates diagnostic tests to determine healthcare needs.
• Formulates and implements comprehensive treatment plans.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduation from an Accredited Program

Job description

Physician Assistant - Surgical Cardiology First Assist - PRN

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Job Summary

The Physician Assistant - Cardiology First Assist - PRN is a licensed, certified, non-physician healthcare provider who actively 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 Professional provides medical care based upon the scope of practice as delineated by the supervising physician. These providers work in a specialty clinic, and may specialize in Palliative Care, Pulmonary, Infectious Disease, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Cardiology, Dermatology, Urology, Nephrology, Neurology, Hematology, Oncology, Allergy and Immunology, Rheumatology or other medical specialty.

Job Summary

The Physician Assistant - Cardiology First Assist - PRN is a licensed, certified, non-physician healthcare provider who actively 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 Professional provides medical care based upon the scope of practice as delineated by the supervising physician. These providers work in a specialty clinic, and may specialize in Palliative Care, Pulmonary, Infectious Disease, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Cardiology, Dermatology, Urology, Nephrology, Neurology, Hematology, Oncology, Allergy and Immunology, Rheumatology or other medical specialty.

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 partnership 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.
• Manages patients in a healthcare setting(s) other than primary clinic setting (e.g., inpatient, emergency services, procedural, etc.).
• Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and competency of the provider as delegated by supervising Physician.
  
  

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
• Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the state of Texas
• Basic Life Support (BLS) 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

• Basic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.
• Physician Assistants (PA): Must have a PA license through the state of TX.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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