Physician Assistant- Vascular

Baylor Scott & White Health; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Physician Assistant in Texas to provide non-operative surgical specialty support. The role involves direct patient care, prescription authority within scope, and collaboration with supervising physicians across multiple specialties.

Responsibilities include performing exams, ordering tests, developing treatment plans, and counseling patients. Strong communication, critical thinking, and teamwork are essential, with experience preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Certified by NCCPA and licensed to practice in Texas.
• BLS within 30 days of hire.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Less than 1 year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and obtain medical histories.
• Order, collect, interpret, and evaluate laboratory tests and imaging as needed.
• Prescribe medications and treatments within scope and supervise procedures.
• Formulate and implement patient treatment plans with physicians and team.
• Counsel patients and families about medical processes, medications, and health promotion.
• Maintain accurate records of treatment plans and outcomes; initiate referrals when needed.
• Provide consultation level services relevant to the provider's specialty and training.
• Manage patients in inpatient, ED, or other healthcare settings as required.
• Perform invasive procedures within scope as delegated by supervising physician.
• Provide pre- and post-operative follow-up care as needed.

Skills

Physician Assistant license

NCCPA certification

BLS certification

Clinical communication

Critical thinking

Electronic medical records

Education

Graduate of an accredited PA program

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.

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

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.

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 – Graduate of an accredited program.
• Experience – Less than 1 year of experience.
• Certification, License, Registration – Physician Assistants (PA); Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer; Current certification by NCCPA.