Physician Assistant- Vascular

Baylor Scott & White Health; Killeen (TX); Vor Ort; USD 95.000 - 125.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Immediate benefits eligibility

401(k) with 5% match

Tuition reimbursement

PTO accrual from Day 1

Zusammenfassung

Baylor Scott & White Health in Texas seeks a Physician Assistant (Non-Operative) to deliver direct patient care within a surgical specialty setting. You will diagnose, treat, and counsel patients across adult and pediatric populations in collaboration with supervising physicians.

Responsibilities include exams, orders and interpretations, treatment planning, and postoperative follow-up, with potential inpatient or ED involvement. Requires Texas PA license and NCCPA certification.

Qualifikationen

• Licensed as a Physician Assistant in Texas
• NCCPA certification
• Current BLS within 30 days of hire
• Graduated from an Accredited PA program
• Less than 1 year of experience

Aufgaben

• Assess physical and mental condition; obtain histories and perform exams
• Order, collect, interpret labs and diagnostic tests
• Prescribe medications and treatments; manage interventions
• Formulate and implement patient treatment plans; collaborate with physicians
• Counsel patients and families about medications, risks, and health promotion
• Maintain medical records and coordinate referrals and consultations
• Provide specialty-level consultation and manage patients in inpatient/ED settings
• Perform procedures as delegated by supervising physician
• Follow-up pre- and post-operatively; participate in rounds

Kenntnisse

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Computer literacy

Ausbildung

Graduated from an Accredited PA program

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Jobbeschreibung

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.

Our Core Values Are

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Schedule

• 5-8 hour days
• Outpatient/Inpatient
• 10-20 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
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

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

Job Summary

The PA Surgical Specialty - Non-Operative is a licensed, certified, non-physician healthcare provider. They render direct patient care and have delegated prescriptive authority. They are credentialed, privileged, and billed as an independent provider, recognized by Medicare and Medicaid. The Advanced Practice Provider provides medical care based on the scope of practice set by the supervising physician.

Surgical providers care for adult and pediatric patients. They specialize in General Surgery, Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, Otolaryngology, Cosmetic, Vascular, Trauma, Transplant, Urology, Plastics, or other specialties.

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 or recommends medical drug therapies or other treatments. Performs procedures following approved policies, focusing on efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to change behavior linked to health risks.
• Formulates and implements patient treatment plans based on assessments and evidence-based medicine. Collaborates with physicians and team members when needed. Evaluates patient's response to care and its effectiveness.
• Counsels patients and families about medical processes, illness management, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with 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 or expertise.
• Provides consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Provider’s specialty, level of experience and training.
• Manages patients in a healthcare setting(s) other than primary clinic setting (e.g., inpatient, emergency services).
• Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and provider’s level of expertise as delegated by supervising Physician.
• Performs follow-up with patients both pre- and post-operatively. May also round on patients in the hospital or see patients in the Emergency Department.
• 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 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 (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer
• Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA)

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

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